Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Arithmetic: Add and Subtract Fractions
This Math Page tutorial explains how to add and subtract fractions and features a practice section at the very end of the lesson.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Subtraction of Fractions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students subtract fractions and mixed numbers with like and unlike denominators. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch...
AAA Math
Aaa Math: Adding Fractions With Different Denominators
This personal site explains how to add fractions with different denominators by finding the least common denominator. Gives problems and games to practice this skill.
PBS
Pbs: Logical Leaps: Adding Fractions and Decimals From 0 to 1 on the Vertical Number Line
In this interactive, use logic to solve riddles involving flea circus high jumps. Then, add two consecutive jumps and place them on a vertical number line. This often requires you to find equivalent fractions with common denominators....
PBS
Pbs: Logical Leaps: Adding Fractions, Mixed Numbers, and Decimals on the Number Line
In this interactive, use logic to solve riddles involving a jumping frog contest. Add two consecutive jumps by one frog and place the jumps on the number line, finding equivalent fractions with common denominators to do so. Numbers are...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Mixed Numbers (No Regrouping)
Practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers with common (like) denominators.
Visual Fractions
Visual Fractions: Addition of Like Fractions With Circle Models
Brush up on your fraction addition skills with this interactive game. Practice adding fractions and mixed numbers with common denominators. Don't worry! If you need a little assistance, examples and explanations are included.
Other
Chili Math: Adding and Subtracting Fractions With Same or Like Denominator
Features steps on how to add and subtract fractions with the same denominator.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Mixed Numbers With Unlike Denominators
The purpose of this task is to help students realize there are different ways to add mixed numbers and is most appropriate for use in an instructional setting. The two primary ways one can expect students to add are converting the mixed...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Fractions: Word Problems 2
Practice solving word problems by adding and subtracting fractions. The fractions used in these problems have like (common) denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a...
Homeschool Math
Homeschool Math: Adding and Subtracting Unlike Fractions
This fifth-grade lesson teaches how to add and subtract unlike fractions using a video presentation and visual models. [7:19] Includes practice exercises.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Fractions Word Problems
Practice solving fraction addition and subtraction word problems. The fractions in these problems have unlike denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Mixed Numbers (No Regrouping)
Practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers with common (like) denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Fractions in a Box
On this one page website sharpen your logic and fraction skills while working on this challenge. The solution is available to double check your solution.
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.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Sums of Mixed Numbers
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students find the sum of mixed numbers by renaming fractions with a common denominator. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch...
Visual Fractions
Visual Fractions: Addition of Like Fractions With Number Line Models
Test your aptitude at adding fractions on a number line. Enhance your skills using this interactive math game. Immediate feedback and examples provided.
Quia
Quia: Equivalent Fractions
Use this Web site to practice finding equivalent fractions using a matching game format. CCSS.Math.Content.3.NF.A.3.a Understand two fractions as equivalent (equal) if they are the same size, or the same point on a number line.
PBS
Pbs: Logical Leaps: Adding Rational Numbers on the Number Line
In this interactive, use logic to solve riddles involving a wallaby jumping contest. Add two consecutive jumps and place them on a number line, finding equivalent fractions and common denominators to do so. Backward jumps represent...
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...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Making S'mores
The purpose of this instructional task is to motivate a discussion about adding fractions and the meaning of the common denominator. The different parts of the task have students moving back and forth between the abstract representation...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Addition of Rational Numbers
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Represent sums and differences on a number line and add and subtract rational numbers.
Visual Fractions
Visual Fractions: Rename in Higher Terms With Lines
Rename fractions in higher terms with this interactive module. Number lines are used for fractional representations. Detailed instructions, practice opportunity, and immediate feedback provided for this concept....