Adding+and+Subtracting+fractions

= Week One! = Week One will focus on the addition and subtraction of fractions.

= = = How Do We Add Fractions? = It can be done in 3 simple steps! First, we need to make sure the bottom numbers are the same. The bottom numbers are called the denominators. Second, add the top numbers together. The top numbers are called the numerators. Put the answer over the same denominator. Third, simplify the fraction. The third step isn't done ALL the time, but keep an eye out for it!

= Now What Do We Do? = It's time to open the given links to practice adding and subtracting fractions! They will open as PDF files.

= What's This? = This is a link to YouTube. This clip shows how to add and subtract fractions step-by-step. Take some time to see how it's done if you're having trouble.

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