Turn Fractions & Decimals into a Fun Math Challenge with this Free Card Game! Make learning fractions and decimals engaging with this interactive card game designed for 4th and 5th graders! Whether used in math centers, small groups, or as an early finisher activity, this hands-on game keeps students motivated while reinforcing essential math skills.
 
How to Play:
✔️ Set-Up:
Copy the task cards and fraction cards on different colors of paper. (Make at least two sets to create larger draw piles).
Pair students to play together.
Place both stacks of cards face down in the center.
✔️ Game Play:
Student A draws a task card and flips over the required number of fraction cards.
Student A solves the problem in the space on the recording sheet.
Student B checks their work by solving the same problem on a whiteboard or waits for their turn.
When a student solves a problem correctly, they record their points on the scoresheet.
Players continue taking turns for a set amount of time.
The player with the most points at the end wins!
 
What Skills Do the Task Cards Cover?
This game challenges students to apply a variety of fraction and decimal skills, including:
Operations with Fractions & Decimals:
Add two fraction cards and write the sum as a mixed number.
Subtract the smaller fraction from the larger one.
Multiply two fraction cards and simplify the product.
Divide the first fraction by the second.
Fraction & Decimal Conversions:
Convert a fraction into a decimal.
Determine if a decimal is terminating or repeating.
Convert a fraction into a percentage.
Find an equivalent fraction.
Reduce a fraction to its simplest form.
Number Sense & Comparisons:
Compare two fractions using <, =, or >.
Order three fractions from least to greatest.
Find the least common denominator of two fractions.
Determine if a fraction sum is greater than 1 or less than 1.
Find a fraction that, when added to another, creates a sum of 1.
Visual & Real-World Applications:
Plot a fraction on a number line.
Draw a visual model to represent a fraction.
Double a fraction and write the answer as a decimal.
Find the difference of two fractions and express it as a decimal.
 
Why Teachers Love This Free Fraction & Decimal Game:
✔️ Engaging & Interactive – A fun way to practice essential fraction and decimal skills!
✔️ Versatile Use – Great for math centers, early finishers, or small-group instruction.
✔️ Hands-On Learning – Students actively solve problems instead of just completing worksheets.
✔️ Built-In Differentiation – Challenge gifted students or provide extra support with targeted skills.
✔️ Print & Play – Easy prep with color-coded fraction and task cards!
 
Bring More Fun to Your Math Centers!
This fraction and decimal card game makes learning exciting while reinforcing important math concepts. Whether played competitively or cooperatively, students will love the challenge—and you’ll love seeing their confidence grow!