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Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators
If the fractions don't have a common denominator, make them have one. Learners first read and analyze a conversation of pupils trying to add 2/5 and 1/2. They compare the process of adding fractions to the process of adding quantities...
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...
Illustrative Mathematics
Adding Tenths and Hundredths
Learning to add fractions with different denominators presents a big hurdle for many young mathematicians. Simplify the process for learners with this series of practice problems involving the friendly fractions tenths and hundredths....
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Addition Match-Up
Math wizards practice adding fractions with unlike denominators on this simple matching worksheet. Presented with ten addition expressions, children must calculate the sum of each and match them to the correct fraction bar model...
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.
Curated OER
Fraction City
Welcome to Fraction City! This is an incredibly interactive and fun way to teach properties of fractions, and reaches multiple learning styles. Scholars create "blocks" by folding strips of paper in various increments (thirds, fourths,...
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 Mixed Numbers
In this adding mixed numbers worksheet, students add mixed numbers with uncommon denominators. Students complete 9 problems total.
Curated OER
Adding Fractions With Unlike Denominators
In this fraction addition instructional activity, students complete a total of 50 problems, adding fractions with unlike denominators. An answer key is included.
Math Centre
Fractions: Adding and Subtracting
Young mathematicians piece together the puzzle of fractions. Starting with the addition and subtraction of fractions with like denominators, this series of example problems and skills practice exercises transitions students to working...
Curated OER
Fraction Addition
In this finding the sums of fractions worksheet, students add single digit and double digit fractions with uncommon denominators. Students solve 120 problems.
Curated OER
Putting the Pieces Together
Children explore fractions on a conceptual level by making individual quilt squares. Each student works with small paper swatches to divide them into pieces that represent a given fraction. The class is then separated into groups and...
Curated OER
Arithmetic Addition of Fractions 1
In this addition of fractions worksheet, learners add fractions containing one and two digit numbers. Students complete 16 problems with unlike denominators.
Math Ocean
Fraction Word Problem Worksheets
There are actually several math topics covered by this set of problems. First is the addition of fractions and mixed numbers with both like and unlike denominators. Nine word problems are provided after some whole class practice.There...
Curated OER
Add the Fractions
In this finding the sums of fractions worksheet, students add one-digit fractions with uncommon denominators. Students solve five problems.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Leveled Problem Solving: Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers
Using the six word problems provided, learners practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers. They help Jose, Sasha, Juanita, Stephanie, and Carlos to solve their problems!
Curated OER
Add Fractions (I)
In this fraction addition learning exercise, students solve 10 problems in which fractions with unlike denominators are added. There is an annotated example provided on the page.
Curated OER
Add Fractions (H)
In this fraction addition worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which fractions with unlike denominators are added. There is an annotated example provided on the page.
Curated OER
Add Fractions (G)
In this fraction addition activity, students solve 10 problems in which fractions with unlike denominators are added. There is an annotated example provided on the page.
Curated OER
Add Fractions (F)
For this fraction addition worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which fractions with unlike denominators are added. There is an annotated example provided on the page.
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
In this math worksheet, students add or subtract fractions. Students find common denominators where needed and simplify their answers. Hints are available.
Curated OER
Accelerated Arithmetic-- Find the Lowest Common Denominator
In this math worksheet, young scholars solve 12 problems in which simple fractions with unlike denominators are added. Examples are in a horizontal format with ample room to rewrite with common denominators.
Curated OER
Discovering New Units
Students use Cuisenaire rods to explore common denominators. In this fractions instructional activity, students build Cuisenaire representations of fractions, then find their equivalent counterparts to find the common denominator.
CK-12 Foundation
Addition of Fractions
Five word-problems challenge mathematicians to add fractions. Interactive fraction circles assist scholars in problem-solving. Question types include multiple-choice, true or false, and a discussion.