Add and Subtract Fractions Book 1

A fraction is a number that is used to represent a whole number that has been divided into equal parts.

Learning Objective

• Read and remember fraction facts.
• Add fractions with the same denominators.
• Subtract fractions with the same denominators.
• Add and subtract fractions of quantities.
• Calculate fractions totalling one whole.

Learning Outcome

The pupil completing this workbook will be able to…

• Add fractions with the same denominators.
• Subtract fractions with the same denominators.
• Calculate fractions totalling one whole.

Recommended Level
This workbook helps pupils to build the knowledge and skills expected to match the National Curriculum for years 4, 5 and 6. Although, pupils in years 8 and 9 can also benefit from this workbook by using it as a refresher.
The mathematical tasks in Add and Subtract Fractions Workbooks 1 employ variation theory. The examples are set in various contexts, with multiple representations, enable the pupils to deepen their understanding of the fundamental concepts of adding and subtracting fractions. It empowers them to develop techniques to solve problems and reason mathematically.
It is best to use these workbooks from beginning to end.