Understanding Unit Fractions

The video tutorial introduces unit fractions, explaining that they represent one equal part of a whole. It uses practical examples like a granola bar and a loaf of bread to illustrate the concept. The tutorial includes guided and independent practice exercises, helping students understand how to divide wholes into equal parts and label them with unit fractions. Homework instructions are provided to reinforce learning.

What is a unit fraction?

• A fraction with a denominator of 1

• A fraction with a numerator of 1

• A fraction with equal numerator and denominator

• A fraction with a numerator greater than the denominator

In Example 1, how many pieces was the granola bar divided into?

• Five equal pieces

• Three equal pieces

• Two equal pieces

• Four equal pieces

What unit fraction represents one part of a whole divided into four equal parts?

• 1/5

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/2

How many equal parts was the loaf of bread divided into in Example 3?

• Nine equal parts

• Seven equal parts

• Six equal parts

• Eight equal parts

What is the unit fraction for each part when a whole is divided into six equal parts?

• 1/6

• 1/8

• 1/7

• 1/5

In the independent practice, what is the unit fraction when a whole is divided into three equal parts?

• 1/2

• 1/3

• 1/4

• 1/5

How many equal parts are there when a piece of paper is folded in half twice?

• Two parts

• Three parts

• Five parts

• Four parts

How many 1/3 fraction tiles are needed to make a whole?

• Two tiles

• Three tiles

• Five tiles

• Four tiles

When dividing the gymnasium floor into eight equal sections, what is the unit fraction for each section?

• 1/8

• 1/7

• 1/9

• 1/6

What is common among all unit fractions?

• They all have a numerator of 2

• They all have equal numerators and denominators

• They all have a numerator of 1

• They all have a denominator of 1