add and subtract fractions

Adding Two or More Fractions

In this lesson, children will learn how to add and subtract fractions with the same denominator.

Target Age:

Lesson Overview

By the end of this unit, children will be able to:

  1. Add two or more fractions with like denominators (common denominators) accurately and efficiently.
  2. Use folding paper strips and shading equal parts and then progress to using diagrams and bar
    models to add two fractions, before progressing to adding more than two fractions.
  3. Apply addition skills to solve real-life problems involving fractions.

Curriculum Alignment: Year 4 Number: Number – fractions (including decimals)

  • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator.
Last updated on: February 26, 2026

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