Solving Problems Involving Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers - PowerPoint

In a comprehensive Year 6 maths resource, students tackle the challenge of solving problems that involve adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers. The PowerPoint presentation guides learners through various scenarios where they must apply their mathematical skills to real-world situations. For example, they might calculate how many sets of trading cards Violet has left after giving some away, or determine how much pizza remains for Jim after his friends have had their share. These exercises encourage students to perform addition to find out how much has been given away or consumed, and then subtraction to ascertain the remaining quantity. The problems are designed to help students practice their understanding of fractions and mixed numbers in a practical context.

Worksheets accompanying the PowerPoint presentation provide additional practice. These include finding missing numbers in calculations and answering word problems where students must deduce a character's original number based on the given clues. For instance, they might work out the number Ava is thinking of when she says that subtracting a certain fraction from her number yields a specific result. The exercises also extend to collaborative projects, such as planning the amount of paint needed for a mural, which involves the entire class and requires careful calculation of resources. These teaching resources are crafted to enhance students' fluency in working with fractions and mixed numbers, ensuring they develop a strong foundation in this crucial area of mathematics.