Materials Required:
Blue and yellow pool noodles
Scissors (for cutting the noodles)
Labels or markers (to label the noodle sections with numbers)
Steps Involved:
Preparation: Cut the blue and yellow pool noodles into small sections. Label each section with fraction numbers (e.g., 1/2, 1/4, etc.).
Activity Introduction: Explain to students that they will be using the pool noodle sections as fraction manipulatives for various games and activities.
Manipulating Noodles: Allow students to handle and arrange the pool noodle sections to create and compare different fractions.
Fraction Games: Incorporate the pool noodles into fraction games and activities, such as matching fractions, building fraction sets, or solving fraction problems.
Discussion and Review: Discuss the fractions and activities with the class, review the correct use of the manipulatives, and address any questions.