Lesson Plan

Subject: Mathematics
Grade Level: Grade 5
Objective: Divides simple fractions and whole numbers by a fraction and vice
versa (M5NS-Ii96.1)
Learning within and across curriculum:
- Within:
1) Science: Understanding ratios in science experiments
2) Social Studies: Analyzing population growth using fractions
3) English: Writing fractions in word form
ELICIT:
Teaching Strategy: Brainstorming
Instructional Materials: None
Anecdote 1: Using Filipino recipes to illustrate fractions
Anecdote 2: Sharing how farmers divide their harvest equitably among themselves
ENGAGE:
Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing

Instructional Materials: Fraction cards
1) Idea: Students act out dividing a cake equally using fractions
2) Idea: Students participate in a fraction-based quiz show
EXPLORE:
Activity 1: Fraction Feast
Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning
Materials: Fraction manipulatives, paper plates
Significance: Reinforces understanding of dividing fractions
Instructions:
1) Students use fraction manipulatives to divide food items on paper plates.
2) They explain their division using fractions.
3) Rubric:
- Accuracy of division - 15 pts.
- Explanation clarity - 10 pts.
- Teamwork - 5 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1. Divide 3/4 of a pizza into 2 equal parts.
2. If you divide 5/6 of a candy bar into 3 equal parts, how much does each person
get?
3. How would you divide 7/8 of a cake among 4 friends?
Activity 2: Fraction Fortress

Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning
Materials: Building blocks, fraction cards
Significance: Develops problem-solving skills with fractions
Instructions:
1) Students build a fortress using blocks, dividing them according to given fractions.
2) They discuss the challenges faced during the construction.
3) Rubric:
- Correct division of blocks - 15 pts.
- Creativity in design - 10 pts.
- Explanation of division process - 5 pts.
1. Divide 2/3 of the blocks into 4 equal parts.
2. What fraction of the fortress is made up of red blocks if 1/5 are red?
3. If you divide 4/7 of the blocks into 3 equal parts, how many blocks are in each
part?
Inclusive Activity 3: Fraction Hunt
Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning
Materials: None
Significance: Encourages students to find fractions in their environment

Instructions:
1) Students explore their surroundings and identify objects that can be divided into
fractions.
2) They create a list of their findings and present them to the class.
3) Rubric:
- Number of objects identified - 15 pts.
- Accuracy in fraction division - 10 pts.
- Presentation clarity - 5 pts.
1. Find an object that can be divided into halves in your home.
2. Identify an object that can be divided into thirds in your school.
3. How would you divide a piece of paper into fifths?
EXPLAIN:
Activity 1: Demonstrating how to divide fractions through a group discussion
Activity 2: Guided practice on dividing whole numbers by fractions
Activity 3: Exploring real-life scenarios involving fraction division
ELABORATE:
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
Task 1: Bake a cake and divide it into fractions for sharing.
Task 2: Plan a party budget using fractions for expenses.

Supporting Material 1: Recipe book with fraction measurements
Supporting Material 2: Budget template incorporating fractions
EVALUATE:
Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning
Instructional Materials: Fraction worksheets
Question 1: Divide 3/5 by 1/3 and express the result as a mixed number.
Question 2: If you divide 4 whole apples into 1/2, how many pieces will you have in
total?
Question 3: Solve the division 5 ÷ 2/3 and express the quotient as a fraction.
H.O.T.S.:
Question 1: Explain why dividing by a fraction can result in a larger quotient than the
dividend.
Answer 1: Dividing by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying by its reciprocal, which

can lead to a larger result.
Question 2: Discuss the importance of understanding fractions in real-life situations.
Answer 2: Understanding fractions helps in precise measurements and sharing

equally in daily activities.
Question 3: How can you apply fraction division to solve a problem involving time?
Answer 3: Fraction division can help calculate time intervals and schedules
accurately.
EXTEND:
Teaching Strategy: Differentiation
Use-case 1: Calculate the time taken to complete different fractions of a marathon

race.
Use-case 2: Divide a piece of land into fractions for zoning purposes.
Assignment:
1) Design a recipe that requires dividing ingredients using fractions. Provide step-by-
step instructions.
2) Create a budget plan for a school event, allocating expenses in fractions. Justify
your choices.

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Subject: Mathematics

Grade Level: Grade 5

Learning within and across curriculum:

1) Science: Understanding ratios in science experiments

2) Social Studies: Analyzing population growth using fractions

3) English: Writing fractions in word form

Teaching Strategy: Brainstorming

Instructional Materials: None

Anecdote 1: Using Filipino recipes to illustrate fractions

Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing

1) Idea: Students act out dividing a cake equally using fractions

2) Idea: Students participate in a fraction-based quiz show

Activity 1: Fraction Feast

Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning

Materials: Fraction manipulatives, paper plates

Significance: Reinforces understanding of dividing fractions

1) Students use fraction manipulatives to divide food items on paper plates.

2) They explain their division using fractions.

- Accuracy of division - 15 pts.

- Explanation clarity - 10 pts.

1. Divide 3/4 of a pizza into 2 equal parts.

3. How would you divide 7/8 of a cake among 4 friends?

Activity 2: Fraction Fortress

Materials: Building blocks, fraction cards

Significance: Develops problem-solving skills with fractions

2) They discuss the challenges faced during the construction.

- Correct division of blocks - 15 pts.

- Creativity in design - 10 pts.

- Explanation of division process - 5 pts.

1. Divide 2/3 of the blocks into 4 equal parts.

Inclusive Activity 3: Fraction Hunt

Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning

Significance: Encourages students to find fractions in their environment

- Number of objects identified - 15 pts.

- Accuracy in fraction division - 10 pts.

- Presentation clarity - 5 pts.

1. Find an object that can be divided into halves in your home.

2. Identify an object that can be divided into thirds in your school.

3. How would you divide a piece of paper into fifths?

Activity 1: Demonstrating how to divide fractions through a group discussion

Activity 2: Guided practice on dividing whole numbers by fractions

Activity 3: Exploring real-life scenarios involving fraction division

Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning

Task 1: Bake a cake and divide it into fractions for sharing.

Task 2: Plan a party budget using fractions for expenses.

Supporting Material 2: Budget template incorporating fractions

Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning

Instructional Materials: Fraction worksheets

Answer 1: Dividing by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying by its reciprocal, which

Question 2: Discuss the importance of understanding fractions in real-life situations.

Answer 2: Understanding fractions helps in precise measurements and sharing

Teaching Strategy: Differentiation

Use-case 1: Calculate the time taken to complete different fractions of a marathon

Use-case 2: Divide a piece of land into fractions for zoning purposes.

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