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Fraction Matcher

Fraction Matcher Screenshot
  • Fractions
  • Equivalent Fractions
  • Mixed Numbers
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Topics

  • Fractions
  • Equivalent Fractions
  • Mixed Numbers

Description

Match shapes and numbers to earn stars in this fractions game. Challenge yourself on any level you like. Try to collect lots of stars!

Sample Learning Goals

  • Find matching fractions using numbers and pictures
  • Make the same fractions using different numbers
  • Match fractions in different picture patterns
  • Compare fractions using numbers and patterns
Version 1.0.0

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Teacher-Submitted Activities

Title Gold Star Contribution Contribution by PhET Authors Level Type Updated
Fraction Matcher Game A gold star indicates high-quality, inquiry-based activities that follow the PhET design guidelines. This contribution was designed by PhET. Trish Loeblein K-5
HS
MS		 HW
Lab		 5/27/15
MS and HS TEK to Sim Alignment Elyse Zimmer HS
MS		 Other 8/23/15
Fraction Matcher Grades 3-5 Molly Martin K-5 Guided 8/20/15

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Software Requirements

Windows 7+ Mac OS 10.7+ iPad and iPad Mini with iOS Chromebook with Chrome OS
Internet Explorer 10+
latest versions of Chrome and Firefox
Safari 6.1 and up
latest versions of Chrome and Firefox
latest version of Safari
latest version of Chrome

Credits

Design Team Third-party Libraries Thanks To
  • Ariel Paul (lead)
  • Sam Reid (developer)
  • Karina Hensberry
  • Patricia Loeblein
  • Kathy Perkins
  • Michael Dubson
  • Noah Podolefsky
  • Mobile Learner Labs
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