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Rational Numbers: Structure, Comparison, and Absolute Value
6th Grade · Math · Open Global Math
7 lessons
Goal
Define rational numbers as quotients of integers, plot mixed numbers and finite decimals on number lines, compare, and order them.
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Defining Rational Numbers in Fractional Form
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Standards Covered
- OGM.7.NS.1Open Global Math Standards 2026™ · Math · Level 7 / Grade 6 (Age 11) · Grade 6Read, write, compare, and order positive and negative rational numbers (integers, finite decimals, proper/improper fractions, and mixed numbers) on horizontal and vertical number lines; interpret statements of inequality as relative positions on a number line.
- OGM.7.NS.3Open Global Math Standards 2026™ · Math · Level 7 / Grade 6 (Age 11) · Grade 6Demonstrate fluency with the standard algorithm for multi-digit whole number division, interpreting remainders in real-world contexts as whole numbers, fractions, decimals, or through rounding.
- OGM.7.NS.4Open Global Math Standards 2026™ · Math · Level 7 / Grade 6 (Age 11) · Grade 6Fluently add, subtract, multiply, and divide multi-digit decimals using standard algorithms; compute multiplication and division by powers of 10 and estimate solutions to check reasonableness of calculations.
- OGM.7.NS.2Open Global Math Standards 2026™ · Math · Level 7 / Grade 6 (Age 11) · Grade 6Understand absolute value of a rational number as its distance from zero on the number line; interpret absolute value as magnitude in real-world contexts (elevation, temperature, financial balance/debt) and distinguish comparisons of absolute value from statements of order.
Curriculum Framework
6th Grade · Math · Open Global Math
1
8 lessons
Divisibility Rules, Prime Factorization, and Number Properties
Identify prime, composite, and square numbers, apply comprehensive divisibility rules, and find prime factorizations using exponents.
2
5 lessons
GCF, LCM, and Distributive Property Applications
Find the greatest common factor and least common multiple using prime powers and apply the distributive property to factor numerical expressions.
3
5 lessons
Multi-Digit Whole Number Division and Remainder Interpretation
Execute the standard algorithm for multi-digit whole number division and interpret remainders in diverse real-world contexts.
4
6 lessons
Integers, Number Lines, and Absolute Value
Represent, compare, and order positive and negative integers on horizontal and vertical lines, and interpret absolute value as magnitude in context.
5
7 lessons
Integer Addition and Subtraction Mastery
Add and subtract integers fluently using counter models, number lines, and algebraic rules, and solve real-world multi-step problems.
6
5 lessons
Integer Multiplication, Division, and Order of Operations
Multiply and divide integers fluently using patterns, models, and sign rules, and evaluate multi-step numerical expressions.
7
7 lessons
Rational Numbers: Structure, Comparison, and Absolute Value
Define rational numbers as quotients of integers, plot mixed numbers and finite decimals on number lines, compare, and order them.
8
7 lessons
Multi-Digit Decimal Operations and Powers of Ten
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide multi-digit decimals fluently, calculate with powers of 10, and estimate to verify reasonableness.
9
5 lessons
Fraction and Mixed Number Addition and Subtraction
Add and subtract proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers fluently with like and unlike denominators, including signed fractions.
10
8 lessons
Fraction Multiplication, Scaling, and Division
Multiply and divide fractions and mixed numbers, understand scaling effects, and apply reciprocal division algorithms.
11
7 lessons
Exponents, Powers of Ten, and Exponent Laws
Evaluate integer and whole-number powers, simplify expressions using exponent product and quotient laws, and evaluate zero/negative exponents.
12
5 lessons
Squares, Cubes, and Root Operations
Calculate square and cube roots of perfect powers, evaluate roots of negative integers and fractions, and solve geometric problems.
13
5 lessons
Scientific Notation and Orders of Magnitude
Read, write, and compare very large and very small quantities in standard and scientific notation (a · 10^k).
14
4 lessons
Integrated Rational Number Problem Solving
Synthesize multi-step arithmetic across fractions, decimals, integers, and powers to solve complex real-world modeling problems.