Student Achievement Partners
Nctm: Sharing Chocolate [Pdf]
In this instructional activity, students use chocolate bars to explore adding fractions with unlike denominators.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Adding and Subtracting Fractions With Different Denominators
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This video gives steps of finding common denominators and then adding and subtracting multiple fractions together. After the video, there are practice problems...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Jog a Thon
The purpose of this task is to present students with a situation where it is natural to add fraction with unlike denominators; it can be used for either assessment or instructional purposes. Aligns with 5.NF.A.1.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Salad Dressing
The purpose of this task is to have students add fractions with unlike denominators and divide a unit fraction by a whole number. This accessible real-life context provides students with an opportunity to apply their understanding of...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Sums of Fractions With Different Denominators
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students find sums of fractions with different denominators by renaming them with common denominators. Students examine guided notes, review guided...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Comparing Fractions With Unlike Denominators
Students watch a video lesson about comparing fractions with unlike denominators. The tutorial includes an example using common denominators.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Comparing Fractions With Unlike Denominators
Students learn about comparing fractions with unlike denominators. The video tutorial provides examples using models and common denominators. A quiz follows to test students' understanding of the concept.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Comparing Fractions With Unlike Denominators
Students review how to compare fractions with unlike denominators. The video tutorial includes detailed examples.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Like and Unlike Fractions
This video lesson describes the difference between like and unlike fractions.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Subtracting Fractions From Mixed Numbers
This lesson examines how to subtract fractions from mixed numbers. A detailed example is included in the video lesson.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Adding Mixed Numbers
This video tutorial reviews how to add mixed numbers with like and unlike denominators. The lesson includes detailed examples.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
This learning tutorial investigates how to add and subtract rational expressions with like and unlike denominators. The lesson includes two videos that demonstrate the process of adding and subtracting rational expressions and four...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Mixed Numbers With Unlike Denominators 1
Practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers with different denominators. No regrouping required. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Subtracting Fractions With Unlike Denominators
Practice subtracting fractions that have different denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Common Core Sheets
Common Core Sheets: Number and Operations Fractions 5.nf.2 Worksheets
Worksheets provide practice with solving adding and subtracting fractions with answer keys are provided. You can even create your own worksheet or flash cards.
Visual Fractions
Visual Fractions: Add Unlike Fractions With Number Line Models
Boost your ability to add number line fractions with unlike denominators with this interactive math game. A basic understanding of factors is key to success. Instructions with detailed examples are easily accessible.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Add and Subtract Fractions
Find a quick, concise explanation of how to add and subtract fractions. Step by step examples are included to help you understand how to find the sum or difference for fractions with both like and unlike denominators.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Adding and Subtracting Fractions With Unlike Denominators
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart includes step by step directions on how to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators. Practice session included with flipchart.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Adding Fractions With Unlike Denominators
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart teaches the steps necessary to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators by getting a common denominator. It uses Activotes to assess getting the correct least common multiple,...