Miss Folkerth & Mrs. Bell
5th Grade Math
November
Unit #3
Vocabulary
 Variable
 Algebraic Expression
 Order of Operations
 Corresponding
 Sequence
 Terms
 Equivalent Fractions
 Simplest Form
 Benchmark Fraction
 Common Multiple
 Least Common Multiple
 Common Denominator
 Least Common Denominator
Clusters Covered
 Write and interpret numerical expressions
 Use equivalent fractions as a strategy to
add and subtract fractions.
5th Grade Common Core Standards Covered:
5.OA.1 Use parentheses, brackets, or braces in
numerical expressions and evaluate expressions
with these symbols.
5.0A.2 Write simple expression that record
calculations with numbers, and interpret
numerical expression without evaluating them.
5.0A.3 Generate two numerical patterns using two
given rules. Identify apparent relationships
between corresponding terms. Form ordered pairs
consisting of corresponding terms from the two
patterns, and graph the ordered pairs on a
coordinate plane.
5.NF.1 Add and subtract fractions with unlike
denominators (including mixednumbers) by
replacing given fractions with equivalent fractions
insuch a way as to produce an equivalent sum or
difference of fractionswith like denominators. For
example, 2/3 + 5/4 = 8/12 + 15/12 = 23/12. (In
general, a/b + c/d = (ad + bc)/bd.)
5.NF.2 Solve word problems involving addition and
subtraction of fractions referring to the same
whole, including cases of unlike denominators,e.g.,
by using visual fraction models or equations to
represent theproblem. Use benchmark fractions
and number sense of fractionsto estimate mentally
and assess the reasonableness of answers. For
example, recognize an incorrect result 2/5 + 1/2 =
3/7, by observing that 3/7 < 1/2.
Critical Questions:
How can you write an algebraic expression?
How can you evaluate a numerical expressions
containing more than one operation?
What order should you use when you simplify an
expression?
How can you use the order of operations to
evaluate expressions with decimals?
How can you find a rule and write an addition and
subtraction expression?
How can you find a rule and write a multiplication
and division expression?
How can you find the relationship between two
sequences?
How can you translate words into expressions?
How can you find equivalent fractions?
How can you write a fraction in simplest form?
How do you write a math explanation?
How can you estimate the sum or difference of
two fractions?
How can you find common multiples of two
numbers?
How can you find common denominators for
fractions with unlike denominators?
How can you add and subtract fractions with
unlike denominators?
Assessments: Students will participate in class activities, complete homework, participate in class
discussions, take pre and post assessments to determine growth.
Dear Parents & Guardians,
During the month of November we will be working on the above unit in math class and continue
working with fractions during the month of December. We will focus on becoming proficient in the
standards listed above. Each unit will begin with a pre assessment and end with a post assessment to
illustrate growth. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me by calling the school or
sending an e-mail (leesa_folkerth@darke.k12.oh.us)
Thank you,
Miss Folkerth