Success Criteria — Can You Do These?

Tick each box when you feel confident:

I can identify when two fractions have different denominators.

I can find a common denominator for two fractions.

I can add and subtract fractions with different denominators accurately.

I can simplify my answer where possible.

Steps to Remember:

Step 1: Find a common denominator.   Step 2: Rename both fractions.   Step 3: Add or subtract the numerators.   Step 4: Simplify if you can!

Example:   1/4 + 1/3 → 3/12 + 4/12 = 7/12

Section 1:

Complete these problems. Show your working in the box below each question. Use fraction strips or a number line if it helps!

🔎 Check your work: Does your answer make sense? Is the fraction in its simplest form?

Section 2:

Try these trickier problems. Remember to show all your working and simplify your answers!

Section 3:

Read carefully, show your working, and write your answer in a full sentence.

Answer: _______________________________________________

Answer: _______________________________________________

🎨 Differentiation Guide for Students

🟢 Getting Started? Focus on Questions 1–5. Use your fraction strips and the steps at the top of the page. Ask your teacher for help finding common denominators.

🟡 On Track? Complete Questions 1–10. Check that you simplify your answers and write a sentence for Question 10.

🔴 Ready for More? Complete all questions including 8, 9, and 11. Can you create your own fraction word problem on the back of this sheet and solve it?