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At a Glance:
| Grades: | 5 |
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| Subject: | Math |
| Topic: | Comparing Decimals to the Thousandths |
| Lesson Length: | 30 - 45 mins |
Standards / Framework:
What will students learn in this activity?
In this lesson, students will compare decimals to the thousandths >, <, = by comparing weight, speed, or distance in a comic.
What should students know before this activity?
Students should already know how to read decimals to the thousandths and be familiar with comparing values of decimals. You will need decimal cards, e.g., index cards with random decimal numbers written on them, up to the thousandths place.
How can teachers introduce this lesson?
- Read and discuss the sample comic.
- Do you agree with the decimal comparison? How do you know?
What will students do?
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Have each student choose two decimal cards.
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Using the sample comic as a guide, have students create a three-to-four-panel comic, in which two characters compare their decimals in the context of weight, speed, or distance.
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Remind students to:
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Use >, <, = to compare their decimals.
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Justify/explain their comparison.
How can teachers wrap up the lesson?
- Have students share their comic with a partner. Partners will state if they agree with the decimal comparison.
How can teachers differentiate this activity?
- Allow students to use the speech-to-text feature.
- Allow students to use the voiceover feature to read their comics aloud.
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Display a class created anchor chart on comparing decimals.
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Adjust the decimal values to meet individual needs.
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