Fractions - Add and Subtract Fractions (2) - Starter

This educational resource provides a series of maths exercises suitable for Year 6 students, focusing on the addition and subtraction of fractions as well as estimating areas. The exercises begin with a "Fluent in Four" revision section, which encourages students to practice their quick arithmetic skills. The main task involves a table where students are required to calculate the sum, difference, and product of given fractions, such as 19/60, 7/15, and 17/26, helping them to consolidate their understanding of fraction operations.

Another part of the lesson is dedicated to the estimation of areas. Students are asked to complete a calculation involving multiplying two numbers, with each square representing 1 m². They are then presented with Rosie's answer of 12 whole squares and prompted to consider if this is an acceptable estimate. To encourage critical thinking, they are asked what could be done with the parts of the squares to find an approximate area. Additionally, the worksheet includes a section on converting days into weeks and days, providing students with practical application of number operations in real-world contexts. Exercises such as 18 days, 90 days, and others are transformed into the format of weeks and days, further enhancing students' numerical fluency and understanding of time measurement.