Max Maths, Year 4, Work Book, Mixed numbers

In the Max Maths Year 4 Workbook, young learners are introduced to mixed numbers through a series of practice exercises designed to enhance their understanding of fractions. Practice 2 focuses on mixed numbers, with the first task requiring students to convert improper fractions into mixed numbers. For example, they are presented with fractions such as 3/2, 7/4, and 8/3, and are asked to express these as mixed numbers with both whole parts and fractional parts. Similarly, fractions like 7/5, 13/2, and 10/3 are also included for conversion, aiding students in grasping the concept of how numbers that exceed the value of one whole can be represented in a more readable form.

The second task reverses the process, asking students to write mixed numbers as improper fractions. This includes converting numbers such as 1 1/2, 3 2/3, and 2 5/8 into a single fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator. Other mixed numbers presented for conversion include 4 1/5, 3 4/7, and 4 2/9. This exercise reinforces the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions. Additionally, the workbook provides a creative activity where students are invited to draw and colour grids to represent their own mixed numbers. They are then tasked with writing down each representation as both a mixed number and an improper fraction, further solidifying their understanding of these mathematical concepts through visual and practical application.