Max Maths, Year 6, Work Book, Improper fractions

In the "Max Maths Year 6 Workbook," students are given exercises to practice their understanding of improper fractions. The first task requires them to identify and differentiate between proper and improper fractions. Proper fractions have numerators smaller than their denominators, while improper fractions have numerators that are equal to or greater than their denominators. For instance, in the exercise, students are asked to circle the proper fractions such as 2/3 and 6/7, and underline the improper fractions such as 3/2, 5/2, 8/5, 4/3, 7/7, and 12/11. This visual activity helps them to easily recognise the type of fraction they are dealing with.

The second part of the practice focuses on visual representation of fractions. Students are presented with shapes that are partially coloured in. Their task is to observe the coloured sections and write down the corresponding improper fraction that represents the shaded part. This activity is designed to enhance the student's ability to translate visual information into numerical expressions. It not only reinforces the concept of improper fractions but also aids in developing a deeper understanding of how fractions can represent parts of a whole in a visual context. The workbook provides a clear and engaging way for Year 6 students to improve their skills in working with improper fractions.