6.4 Unit Overview

Students extend what they learned about dividing whole numbers to divide fractions by fractions. They answer questions like “How many groups?” or “How many in 1 group?” They use a variety of strategies, such as making tape diagrams, creating common denominators, and rewriting equivalent multiplication problems using the reciprocal. Note: Students can type the `\div` symbol by selecting the symbol under the “abc” header in the keypad or by typing “div” in any math input.

By Amplify Classroom

Grades: 6th Grade

Subject: Math

Learning goals: Sub-Unit 1: Introduction to Dividing Fractions (Lessons 1–4) • Create and interpret diagrams that represent dividing whole numbers by fractions. • Analyze diagrams that represent dividing whole numbers by fractions. Sub-Unit 2: Dividing Fractions (Lessons 5–11 + Practice Day + Quiz) • Use a variety of strategies to calculate quotients of fractions. • Solve problems that involve dividing fractions. • Describe connections between division problems, diagrams, and questions asking “How many groups?” or “How many in 1 group?” and explain a solution method using mathematically precise language. Sub-Unit 3: Area and Volume With Fractions (Lessons 12–15 + Practice Day) • Use division of fractions to compare lengths. • Solve problems about areas and volumes with fractional dimensions. • Analyze strategies for solving problems involving fractional lengths using mathematically precise language.