Once scholars have a grasp on adding fractions, it's time to throw some mixed numbers into the equation! Each of these 14 addition problems has one mixed number and one proper fraction. Skills here include finding a common denominator,...

Students add or subtract fraction parts of mixed numbers before adding or subtracting the whole number parts. In this fractions lesson plan, students learn to use a ruler to help them add and subtract fractions with like denominators.

Students explore the concept of common multiples. In this common multiple lesson, students find the lowest common multiple of two numbers.

In this least common multiple worksheet, students find the least common multiple of given numbers.  Problems contain variables and exponents.  This two-page worksheet contains 26 problems.  Answers are provided on the...

I'm a fan of clearing the denominator, but solvers can also find common denominators and cross multiply to solve the linear equations on the worksheet. Each of the six problems has rational coefficients.

Investigate equivalent fractions with your class. They compare and order fractions. Then they work cooperatively in groups to experiment and problem solve with fractions using a game format. Multiple resources are provided.

Let's build a castle! Dennis and Cody have big plans, but do they have enough blocks between the two of them to accomplish their goal? A great context that requires students to add and compare mixed numbers. Encourage the use of pictures...

Students view a large illustration of a pizza with parts of velcro.  In this addition and subtraction of fractions lesson, students solve problems based on the pieces missing from the pizza. Students take a fraction quiz. Order a...

Could you develop your own way to add fractions with unlike denominators? An in-depth task has scholars examine a fictional conversation between several people in which they discuss a method of adding fractions with unlike denominators....

Students explore fractions. In this fraction lesson, students play an interactive game and use manipulatives to practice working with fractions.

Fun with fractions! Fourth graders practice substituting and reducing fractions. The problems contain blank spaces and become more challenging as the activity progresses. Use this as a building block in your fractions lesson.

Working with fractions that have unequal denominators is one of the most difficult concepts for young mathematicians to master. Here you will find a fine lesson plan that should help youngsters begin to get a grasp on this important...

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.

Submarine sandwiches not only taste good, they also make for great math models. Follow along as Zoe explains how to calculate equivalent fractions, while cutting up a sandwich for herself and her friend. She demonstrates the process...

In this math worksheet, students solve fraction problems. Students find equivalents, use common denominators, and explain their answers.

In this mathematics worksheet, students solve a number of problems by finding and equivalent fraction using the least common denominator in each. Then they add and change to a mixed number when necessary. Students also reduce the...

In this adding fractions worksheet, young scholars find the common denominators and then add the fractions together. Students complete 10 problems.

For this adding fractions worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which simple fractions with unlike denominators are added. Students read the examples to learn how to find a common denominator.

In this adding fractions learning exercise, students solve 9 problems in which simple fractions with unlike denominators are added. Students write the equivalent fractions using the LCD before solving.

A seemingly simple question that reveals a lot about a student's understanding of fractions. In finding an answer, learners compare fractions with different denominators that are both greater and less than one. No number line is...

In this rational number worksheet, high schoolers add and subtract fractions containing variables. They find common denominators and solve for the unknown. This four-page worksheet contains eighteen problems. Answers are listed on the...

Put your fraction knowledge to the test with this worksheet using the different operations to simplify. These challenging problems practice order of operations, mixed numbers, and finding common denominators. A great mix of problems that...

See how well your mathematicians know their fractions with a challenging worksheet full of different problems. It's all there with adding, subtracting, multiplying, and division. They will be proficient with order of operations and...

In this math learning exercise, students list the first 8 multiples of 8 numbers and identify the least common multiple for 5 pairs of factors. Students also find the lowest common denominator for 15 sets of fractions.