Grades 4–5
Equivalent Fractions
A fraction wall to read from, then twelve fractions to finish so both sides are equal.
Math worksheet · Fractions and fraction models
Compare Fractions
Eight pairs of fractions with fraction bars to shade. Kids write <, > or = between them.
- Grade level
- Grades 3–4
- Time
- About 20 minutes
- Answer key
- Yes, page 2 of the PDF
- Kids practice
- Equal parts, Naming and comparing fractions, Equivalent fractions, Fraction operations
What kids do
“Shade each fraction bar. Write <, > or = in the circle.”
Teacher tip
Shading both bars before deciding is the whole point. Insist on it even if kids think they know.
How to use it
- Fold a paper strip into halves, fourths and eighths before the sheet so kids can see the pieces.
- Keep fraction strips or fraction circles on each table.
- Do the first problem together under a document camera, then let kids finish on their own.
Watch for
Comparing fractions by the bottom number alone. Go back to the bars and look at the size of the pieces.
Talk about it
- What does the bottom number tell you? And the top number?
- Which problem was the hardest? What made it hard?
Take it further
Make a class fraction wall poster from paper strips.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
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