Spectrum Applying Fractions, Grade 4

Jacket Description/Back: Spectrum Focus provides specific support for the skills and standards that students are learning in today's classroom. A complete introduction to the topic teaches each skill through in-depth explanations and examples. Guided practice scaffolds learners as their understanding grows. Independent practice builds proficiency and fluency for each skill. Performance tasks challenge learners to apply knowledge and make real-world connections. A comprehensive assessment provides evidence of skill mastery. No matter your need, Spectrum is with you every step of the way. Publisher Marketing: Spectrum(R) Applying Fractions teaches and reinforces essential math skills your fourth graders are learning in the classroom. Aligning with state standards, this math workbook covers equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators, multiplying fractions by whole numbers, solving word problems, changing fractions to decimals, and more. --Including a complete introduction to each math concept, Spectrum(R) Focus reinforces each skill through in-depth explanations and examples. Guided practice supports learning as conceptual understanding grows. Independent practice builds proficiency and fluency for each math skill. Performance tasks challenge learners to apply knowledge and make real-world connections. A comprehensive assessment provides evidence of skill mastery. --The Spectrum(R) Focus series provides targeted instruction and practice for the most challenging skills from current state standards for college and career readiness. Each title features resources to support in-depth learning for a specific math or language arts skill area. Designed to help students achieve complete mastery, each title also includes a detailed reference and teaching section that explains the topic in detail. Teachers, parents, and students will appreciate these essential tools for understanding the specific skills that add up to school success! --No matter your need, Spectrum(R) is with you every step of the way.