Valentine Math Craft & Fraction Activity | Valentine’s Day Math Bulletin Board

Description

Bring fractions to life with A Bouquet of Fractions! Perfect for Valentine’s Day or spring, this hands-on activity lets students build a flower where the petals display fractions. It’s a versatile, engaging way to practice fraction concepts while creating a beautiful classroom display. With multiple options, this printable activity can be modified to meet the needs of your classroom.

What’s Included?

Option 1: Pre-Shaded Fractions

Students identify the fraction that represents the shaded portion on each petal.

– Fraction options: halves, fourths, eighths OR halves, thirds, fourths.

• Two versions available:

1. Preassembled: No cutting or gluing required—students simply color, identify, and label!
2. Cut-and-Paste: Students assemble their flower from templates before identifying fractional parts.

Option 2: Partitioned, Unshaded Fractions

Students shade the petals to make their flower unique, then identify the fraction that corresponds to their shaded portion.

– Fraction options: halves, fourths, eighths OR halves, thirds, fourths.

• Two versions available:

1. Preassembled: Ready-to-go printable—no cutting or gluing needed!
2. Cut-and-Paste: Students assemble the flower before shading and identifying fractions.

Comparing Fractions Option

• Recording sheets are included to allow students to compare two sets of fractions.
• Options available with or without fraction comparisons for flexible use.

Why You’ll Love This Activity

• Perfect for Valentine’s Day or spring-themed fraction lessons.
• Encourages creativity and hands-on learning.
• Offers differentiated options to accommodate all learners.
• Makes a fun classroom decoration or bulletin board display!

Fraction Types Included

• Halves, fourths, eighths
• Halves, thirds, fourths

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, welcoming spring, or just looking for a fresh way to teach fractions, A Bouquet of Fractions will make your lessons bloom with creativity and fun!