Simplifying Fractions
Ages 10-11
In this lesson, learners will learn how to use their knowledge of equivalent fractions to simplify fractions.

Description
By the end of this unit, students will be able to:
- use common factors and their knowledge of division to simplify fractions;
- simplify fractions invloving mixed numbers
- and apply these to solve problems in context.
Links to Curriculum
Year 6 Number: Fractions (including decimals and percentages)
- Add and subtract fractions with different denominators and mixed numbers, using the concept of equivalent fractions.
Target Ages
- Age: 9-11
- England & Wales: Year 5-6
- Scotland: Primary 5-6
- Rep. Ireland: Fourth-Fifth Class
- Australia: Grade 4-5
- USA: Grade 4-5
What's Included
- Three-part Lesson
- Self-marking Activities
- Fluency, Reasoning and Problem-solving Questions.
- Engaging Drag and Drop Activities
- Interactive Self-marking Worksheet
- Printable Worksheets to Consolidate Learning
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