Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators (including mixed numbers) by replacing given fractions with equivalent fractions in such a way as to produce an equivalent sum or difference of fractions with like denominators. For example, 2/3 + 5/4 = 8/12 + 15/12 = 23/12. (In general, a/b + c/d = (ad + bc)/bd.)
Build fractional reasoning with this set of 24 task cards.
Posters outlining the processes involved when adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing like and unlike fractions .
A 17-slide editable PowerPoint Template to use when teaching your students how to add and subtract fractions.
A set of 3 worksheets to practice adding and subtracting fractions with like and unlike denominators.