Compare and order fractions

The ArithmeKit 5.22 from Buzzard Publishing, as part of the CanDoMaths series, is a comprehensive educational resource designed to help Year 5 students understand how to compare and order fractions. The exercises prompt learners to observe and arrange numbers from the smallest to the largest, with a specific focus on identifying which fractions are closest to a half when plotted on a number line. The task encourages students to consider the proximity of various fractions to one-half, enhancing their understanding of fraction sizes and their placement within the context of a whole.

The kit also challenges students to create their own problems related to ordering fractions, further developing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Additionally, it includes activities to solve problems with negative numbers, round decimal numbers, and perform arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using efficient written and mental methods. The resource is designed to be interactive, with true or false statements and missing digit problems that engage students in a deeper exploration of mathematical concepts. The aim is to build confidence and competence in handling fractions and other numerical operations, laying a solid foundation for future mathematical learning.