Fractions - Subtract from whole amounts (Bar Models) - Worksheet

The worksheet provides a structured approach to teaching children how to subtract fractions from whole amounts, using bar models for visual representation. It is designed to reinforce their understanding of subtracting fractions with the same denominators. The worksheet encourages the use of practical equipment and pictorial representations, aiding children in visualising the concept. Initially, the students work with completed bar models, which illustrate how fractions can be subtracted from whole amounts. As they progress, they encounter empty bar models that they must complete themselves, further challenging their understanding and application of the concept.

In addition to fluency exercises, the worksheet includes reasoning and problem-solving questions, which require the children to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios and spot mistakes in given calculations. For example, one problem involves Grace subtracting a fraction from a whole number, and students are tasked with identifying her error and providing the correct answer. Another practical application is presented where Whitney has a ribbon that she cuts into pieces and gives some away, prompting students to calculate the remaining length of ribbon. These exercises not only test the children's ability to perform the calculations but also deepen their comprehension of fractions in everyday contexts.