Wind Energy and Fractions: Math Unit Plan

Unit Plan

About 2 hr 15 min3 lessonsGrades5Mathematics

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Teach in order or on their own. The lessons in this unit can be taught in order or as independent lessons. Each individual lesson has scored in the exemplar range on our rubric.

About this unit

This unit develops the skills students need to add and subtract simple fractions with unlike denominators. A reference to New Jersey geography runs throughout, coupled with a theme of changing communities. 

Lessons in this unit

  1. 1Wind Energy and Equivalent Fractions LessonIn this lesson, students learn how to generate equivalent fractions within the context of wind turbine energy.Inquire: Students consider how creating equivalent...Lesson Plan · 45 min · Grades 5
  2. 2Wind Energy and Adding Fractions LessonIn this lesson, students explore how adding fractions can help people understand how to make mathematical adjustments to account for the growing need for clean...Lesson Plan · 45 min · Grades 5
  3. 3Wind Energy and Subtracting Fractions LessonThis lesson explores how subtracting fractions can help residents understand how to make mathematical adjustments for new draws on clean energy sources.Inquire:...Lesson Plan · 45 min · Grades 5

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