4th grade
Add and Subtract Fractions
Sixteen problems with like denominators: add or subtract the tops, keep the bottom, then simplify where you can.
Math worksheet · Fractions and fraction models
Fractions of a Set
Eight groups of shapes. Color 2/3 of 9, 3/4 of 12 and more, then write how many that is.
- 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
“Split the set into equal groups. Color the fraction. How many did you color?”
Teacher tip
Have kids circle the equal groups first. Coloring 3/4 of 12 is easy once the four groups of 3 are there.
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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