Learn the "easiest method" for finding the common denominator of two fractions with different denominators. View animated examples and look over the steps that it takes to find a common denominator and add two fractions.

The purpose of this task is to help students realize there are different ways to add mixed numbers and is most appropriate for use in an instructional setting. The two primary ways one can expect students to add are converting the mixed...

Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains adding algebraic fractions (rational expressions) both with common denominators and with different denominators. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt,...

Part (a) of this task asks students to use two different denominators to subtract fractions. The purpose of this is to help students realize that any common denominator will work, not just the least common denominator. Part (b) does not...

In this interactive website students practice various skills including adding fractions with common denominators, adding fractions with different denominators, adding decimals, finding equivalent fractions, and calculating averages.

In this exercise, students practice multiplying fractions by fractions. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.

One goal of this task is to help students develop comfort and ease with adding fractions with unlike denominators. Another goal is to help them develop fraction number sense by having students decompose fractions. Aligns with 5.NF.A.1.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart teaches the steps necessary to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators by getting a common denominator. It uses Activotes to assess getting the correct least common multiple,...

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart includes step by step directions on how to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators. Practice session included with flipchart.

In this exercise, students practice adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators word problems. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.

Practice solving fraction addition and subtraction word problems. The fractions in these problems have unlike denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or...

Challenge problems involving adding and subtracting fractions that have unlike denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

Find a quick, concise explanation of how to compare fractions with unlike denominators. An example is given and explained for a quick review of the process.

In this lesson, students use chocolate bars to explore adding fractions with unlike denominators.

The rules for subtracting fractions with like or unlike denominators are clearly explained at this website. Even mixed number subtraction is tackled! This is an excellent place to get step by step explanations for working with fractions.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students subtract fractions and mixed numbers with like and unlike denominators. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch...

Use a visual model to subtract fractions with unlike denominators. This video focuses on using an equivalent fractions chart to compare fractions and find the missing piece.

Use a visual model to add fractions with unlike denominators. This video focuses on using an equivalent fractions chart to compare fractions and find the correct sum.

Practice comparing fractions and mixed numbers that have unlike denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

This video lesson describes the difference between like and unlike fractions.

Practice comparing fractions by looking at pictures. Fractions in these problems do not have common denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

Boost your ability to add number line fractions with unlike denominators with this interactive math game. A basic understanding of factors is key to success. Instructions with detailed examples are easily accessible.

Find a quick, concise explanation of how to add and subtract fractions. Step by step examples are included to help you understand how to find the sum or difference for fractions with both like and unlike denominators.

Practice solving fraction addition and subtraction word problems. The fractions in these problems have unlike denominators.