Master Innovations Master Fractions came to me at just the right time! I have a fifth grader who has been struggling with fractions. She understood dividing things into parts, but really struggles with equivalent fractions and mixed numbers. Using a combination of the Master Fractions overlays and the Master Fractions Workbook has given her a lot more confidence in working with fractions. She can work very independently with this system. I'm going to be keeping the overlays handy for a long time. They are very sturdy and are a great visual reminder of equivalent fractions. Master Innovations is not only about Master Fractions, but this was the only one of their products I was privileged to use for the past several weeks. Some of the features of the Master Fractions system include: •The Master Fraction (2) , divides geometric shapes into halves, quarters,eighths, and sixteenths.
•The Master Fraction (3), clearly illustrates thirds, sixths, and twelftths.
•The Master Fraction (5), also dividing geometric shapes, clearly illustrates fifths, tenths, and twentieths.
Fraction, Decimal, Percent, Equivalents are printed on the back of each of the three units.
The Master Fraction (2/3/5), with their transparent overlays make fractions easy to see and understand. Students of all ages quickly grasp the concepts of equivalency, reducing, improper, proper, adding, subtracting common and uncommon denominators, mixed numbers, and more! The geometric shapes, bright colors, and "easy turn" overlays make this a favorite of teachers and students alike.
After using the Master Fraction set, students will have a further comprehension of:
•Equivalent Fractions
•Reducing
•Common / Uncommon Denominators
•Adding / Subtraction
•Proper / Improper
•Mixed Numbers
Master Fractions is not a complete math curriculum but rather is a supplement to your existing curriculum. It is recommended for students in 1st-4th grades, but I have been using it for remediation with my 5th grade daughter. This has been a real confidence builder for her because some of the work was very easy for her, but it became increasingly difficult and she was able to do it. At $17.95 for the overlays and $15.95 for the workbook (you can copy for your own children), this is a bargain for the struggling math student or the beginning math student. We have really enjoyed this! For more information go to http://homeschoolblogger.com/homeschoolcrew/783420/.
** I have not been compensated by TOS or Master Innovations in any way. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.**
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