Fractions - Add and Subtract Fractions - Worksheet

This worksheet is designed to help children reinforce their Year 4 knowledge of adding and subtracting fractions with the same denominator. It provides a series of exercises that encourage the use of bar models to visually represent and solve fraction problems. Initially, children are tasked with adding and subtracting fractions by following given models, which serves as a foundation for the subsequent activities. As they progress, they create their own models to solve additional calculations, further developing their understanding of the concepts.

The worksheet also includes reasoning tasks that challenge students to apply their skills to multi-step arithmetic questions involving fractions. These tasks are aimed at deepening their conceptual understanding and problem-solving abilities. For example, one problem involves a chocolate bar divided into 18 equal pieces, and students must determine the fraction of the bar that two characters, Rosie and Zach, have eaten based on the given information. This practical application helps students to conceptualize fractions in real-life scenarios. The worksheet is structured to cater to varying levels of fluency and precision, with exercises that range from straightforward calculations to more complex reasoning and problem-solving questions.