Grades 4–5
Simplify Fractions
Sixteen fractions to write in simplest form. Divide the top and bottom by the same number.
Math worksheet · Fractions and fraction models
Order Fractions from Least to Greatest
Eight sets of three fractions with the same denominator or the same numerator. Kids put each set in order.
- 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
“Same bottom number? Compare the tops. Same top number? The bigger bottom number makes smaller pieces!”
Printed on the sheet:
- Least means smallest. Write the smallest fraction first.
Teacher tip
Keep fraction strips on the table so kids can check each set.
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
Cut sandwiches or paper pizzas into equal parts and write the fractions.
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