Fractions - Add Mixed Numbers (Activity) - Presentation

The educational resource delves into the concept of adding mixed numbers, a key topic within the mathematics curriculum for students. The activity begins by introducing the idea that adding mixed numbers involves combining both whole numbers and proper fractions. To aid understanding, bar models are employed to visually represent the numbers. The process starts with adding the whole numbers together, followed by the addition of the fractions. This step-by-step approach helps students to grasp the concept of combining different parts of mixed numbers systematically.

Further activities guide students through the process of finding the lowest common multiple to create equivalent fractions, which simplifies the addition of fractions with different denominators. The resource provides several examples and exercises where students can apply these techniques, such as adding fractions that result in a sum greater than one whole, and converting improper fractions back into mixed numbers. The final activities challenge students to consolidate their learning by tackling more complex problems involving the addition of mixed numbers and improper fractions. Throughout, the resource encourages discussion and reflection on the methods used, fostering a deeper understanding of the mathematical principles involved in adding mixed numbers.