Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Fractions

Year 3

Set status

3F–4: Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator, within 1.
Develops skills for combining and separating parts, essential for advanced mathematical concepts.

Required Topics

Fraction Placement on a Number Line

Next Topics

Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Bridging

Resources

Hugo Cheyne5 months ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTCOHFJOAA8

Introduction video to subtracting fractions within 1, with plenty of practice examples.

Hugo Cheyne5 months ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZmENadGcK0

Best video I've found on this, students can pause where they like to solve problems, and it looks at a range of fractions within 1.

Hugo Cheyne5 months ago

https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/adding-and-subtracting-fractions-lesson-same-denominators-11457601

Example questions and answers for fractions with the same denominator, as well as a powerpoint presentation.

Hugo Cheyne5 months ago

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zhdwxnb/articles/z9n4k7h

Video + Worksheet that introduces adding and subtracting fractions with the same denominator, but also goes on to look at different denominators, which some students will find hard at this stage.