Curated OER
Computation with Fractions
Upper graders are introduced to the topic of fractions and percentages. In groups, they discuss real world situations in which fractions are present, and they complete a worksheet solving problems with common and uncommon denominators....
Curated OER
Add and Subtract with Unlike Denominators
In this adding and subtracting with unlike denominators worksheet, learners add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators. They complete six problems.
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Fractions (With Unlike Denominators)
In this math worksheet, students subtract and add fractions with unlike denominators. Students solve the problem in steps. They are given examples of how to solve the problems.
Curated OER
Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators
Young scholars explore why denominators need to match before adding (or subtracting) a fraction. They use unmarked fraction circles and marked fraction bars, to discover a method to add fractions with unlike denominators using equivalent...
Curated OER
Reduction to Common Denominator
Students compare two fractions with different denominators. In this fractions lesson plan, students find the least common multiple in order to find a common denominator with two fractions. Once they have a common denominator, they...
Curated OER
Egyptian Fractions
You don't have to be an ancient Egyptian to decipher fractions in this activity that focuses on adding fractions with unlike denominators and developing fraction number sense. Egyptians represented fractions differently than we do. They...
Illustrative Mathematics
Finding Common Denominators to Add
Finding common denominators is an important strategy when adding fractions with unlike denominators. In the first two questions in this three-question task, fifth graders are asked to combine fractions and draw a picture to show their...
K-5 Math Teaching Resources
Adding Mixed Numbers (Unlike Denominators)
Mix things things up in your elementary math class with a series of problem-solving exercises. Presented with a series of mixed number word problems, young mathematicians are asked to solve them by using either visual fraction models or...
Math Centre UK
Fractions
Reinforce fraction instruction with an informative worksheet equipped to provide independent practice, as well as guidance and modeling. Support is provided to boost proficiency in finding equivalent fractions, and adding, subtracting,...
K-5 Math Teaching Resources
Subtracting Mixed Numbers (Unlike Denominators)
Young mathematicians demonstrate their ability to subtract mixed numbers by completing this collection of fraction word problems. From figuring out the weight of objects in a package, to finding the difference in height between two...
Illustrative Mathematics
Baking Cookies
You can never have enough cookies, but do you have enough ingredients? This activity allows your bakers to discover how many batches of cookies they can make with the ingredients provided. Also useable as an independent assignment, your...
Curated OER
Least Common Multiple or Least Common Denominator
Fifth and sixth graders solve 12 math problems by finding the least common multiple or least common denominator. They type the answer into the text box.
Denton Independent School District
Pieces to the Puzzle Fraction Project
Four polygons each have a fraction with unlike denominators printed on them. Creative math minds select several shapes to create a design with and then write and solve a math problem involving the addition of all of the fractions...
Curated OER
Adding & Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers
In this pre-algebra addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers worksheet, students add or subtract fractions in the first 10 problems. They write the answers in simplest terms. They add or subtract mixed numbers in the last...
Curated OER
Fractions XI Adding Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators
This PowerPoint demonstrates how to add mixed numbers with unlike denominators. The slides display examples of problems, along with steps that students can easily follow.
Math in English
Grade 5 Fractions Word Problems
Young mathematicians apply their fractions skills in the real world with this simple word problem worksheet.
PBS
Add, Subtract and Multiply Fractions
Your future chefs will appreciate this comprehensive lesson where learners practice operations on fractions using pizza and soup analogies. Learners begin with a pizza analogy that requires the learners to multiply a whole number by a...
Curated OER
Fractions: A Conceptual Approach
If you are teaching fractions to elementary learners this year, this Singapore Math presentation is essential to your curriculum. It addresses several basic fractions concepts in conceptual terms and figures, making each idea accessible...
Springfield Public Schools District 186
Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators
Fractions are your learners' best friend in this simple instructional activity that has room to show work as learners practice adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators.
Illustrative Mathematics
Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators
There is more than one way to add mixed numbers. This learning exercise asks 5th graders to find and record two ways. The purpose is to help pupils realize there are different ways to reach a common solution in math. The two most common...
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
In this adding and subtracting fractions worksheet, students are guided through the process of adding and subtracting fractions and finding the least common denominator for fractions with different denominators. They practice adding and...
Raytheon
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
In this adding and subtracting fractions learning exercise, learners add and subtract fractions including mixed numbers and negatives. Students complete 62 problems.
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like and Unlike Denominators
In this math worksheet, students compute with fractions. Five of the problems involve common denominators. Four of the problems require students to first find the common denominator. Six problems are multiple choice. One problem involves...
CK-12 Foundation
Add and Subtract Three Mixed Numbers: Walking to School
Mixed numbers are the focus of a five-question interactive. Scholars move fraction pieces into strips and equations to find solutions. Questions challenge participants with multiple-choice, a true or false, and one discussion.