+1 (401) 307-3957‬​ hello@madeformath.com

Fraction operations and Word Problems: 5 EASY STEPS

What are the chances of mixing Black bears, Yoda, fraction operations, and Word Problems?
source

That is precisely what we’ve done! Watch the 13-minute lesson on bears and hibernation!

source

You’re invited to join! As Amy, VP & math specialist, crafts a multi-layered math-apestry (math tapestry) of language, visuals, manipulatives, and sound instruction, to help us not fall asleep during this class!
source

The honest reality is that word problems can be the catalyst for higher heart-rates and emotional hyperventilation. Yes, story problems can be the bane of every dyslexic’s mathematical existence, where our students feel…
source

So, everyone calms down. Let’s take some deep breaths! In through the nose, out through the mouth.
source

Just breath. That’s better. Is there a path out of the word problem pain? Of course, there is no silver bullet or spell. Yet, Amy, as a wizened Sage, guides with practical, observable, momentum-building steps:

  1. Estimate
  2. Build
  3. Distribute/Divide
  4. Check estimate
    Check answer via multiplication

As a specialist, Amy knows how to weave deconstruction, place value, visuals, and a gentle stance in less than 13 minutes, focusing on one story problem!

Sit at the feet of a fractional Yoda-like Elder,
source

Click “Play” on the math lesson, and glean and harness the power of the force to solve your own story problems or problems with stories!

Watch the Video

MFM Authors

Matthew Lyda

Matthew Lyda

Multisensory Math Specialist

Matthew is a Blue Belt in Shotokan Karate, a happy husband, wilderness lover, drummer, and a voracious reader! He works with students one:one as well as in group classes.
Amy Anderson

Amy Anderson

Multisensory Math Specialist; VP of Grades 7-12

my is a certified teacher with a Masters in Educatioon and a Bachelor of Arts.  She enjoys photographing the Pacific Northwest landscapes, walking her dog, rock climbing and searching for humpback whales. She works with students one:one as well in group classes.