Summary:
Mario the Pizza man bakes all sorts of different pizzas! He is able to do quick math in his head to make sure everyone gets the type of pizza that they want. He is able to make pizzas with corn, ice cream and so many other crazy ingredients to make all of his customers happy. He also is wonderful at making the pizzas into equal portions by using fractions.
Author: Carol A. Losi
Theme/Skill: Math, Food
Grade Level: 3-6
Pre-Reading Activity:
After introducing fractions to students, this would be a great book to read to enforce that topic. Students should know basic fractions such as thirds, fourth, fifths, and so on. Review these fractions before reading the book so they won't be confused during the reading.
Post-Reading Activity:
Revisit all of the fractions in the story. These events could be used in a sequencing activity to tie in ELA standards.
Reflection:
Having experience in special education, using this book to help break up a math lesson would be great. You could pull small groups and use it as a leveled reader in centers or as a whole group read aloud. All students like pizza so this is a great way to make a connection with their interests.
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