Ep 49: Fractions, A Money Model Pt 2

In this episode Pam and Kim finish up their money Problem String from the last episode. But first, Pam wanted to reflect a little on how she was less than helpful when Kim was struggling to think about nickels. We all learn and grow, and self-reflection is super important!Talking Points:Do you need time, or do you need help? (see episode 40)Once kids have an answer, do we force them to find another way?For which denominators is thinking about money helpful?Ways to think about 2 2/5 minus 9/20The reciprocal relationships between fractions and coins can be confusingFractional equivalence is the goal by asking students to add and subtract fractions