Y6

Maths

Add and Subtract Simple Fractions Discussion Problem

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Challenge your children's knowledge and understanding of calculating fractions with this Year 6 Add and Subtract Simple Fractions Discussion Problem.

This resource presents children with two fun and engaging problem-solving questions which have been designed to inspire curiosity and prompt mathematical discussions about adding and subtracting fractions.

Ideal for small group work in class or as an extra challenge at home, this resource comes complete with answers to provide immediate feedback and supports self or peer assessment.


Curriculum Objectives

  • Use common factors to simplify fractions; use common multiples to express fractions in the same denomination
  • Add and subtract fractions with different denominators and mixed numbers, using the concept of equivalent fractions
  • Recall and use equivalences between simple fractions, decimals and percentages, including in different contexts