Rational and Irrational Numbers on a Number Line

In this lesson, students will review the definitions of rational and irrational numbers. They will work in pairs to place a series of rational and irrational numbers on a number line and explain their reasoning both in small groups and to the whole class.

Lesson Variations

Blooms taxonomy level: 
Understanding

Helpful Hints

Materials Needed:

  • Access to YouTube
  • Adding machine paper or sentence strips to use as number lines
  • Number cards (collection of rational and irrational numbers)
  • Calculators (at least 1 for each pair of students)
  • Index cards or slips of paper for exit tickets
  • Pencils
  • Math notebooks

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