Year 5 | Fractions: Autumn Block 4: Week 11 – Lesson Resource Pack

Year 5 Adding Fractions Lesson Pack

Help pupils learn how to add fractions with confidence using this structured Year 5 lesson pack. This lesson focuses on adding related unit fractions within 1, using clear visual models to support understanding and accuracy.

Aligned with the White Rose small steps, pupils use bar models and number lines to explore how related denominators link together and how to find a common denominator before adding. The lesson supports pupils in building secure methods while explaining their reasoning clearly.

What’s included in this lesson pack?

• Year 5 fractions teaching slides introducing adding fractions with related denominators
• Differentiated worksheets using visual models and written methods
• Reasoning and problem-solving questions to deepen understanding
• Clear lesson plan with key questions, vocabulary and common misconceptions

Curriculum links

• Add and subtract fractions with the same or related denominators
• Compare and order fractions with denominators that are multiples of the same number
• Identify and write equivalent fractions

This lesson is part of our Year 5 Autumn Block 4: Fractions within the Maths Masters scheme. It supports whole-class teaching with clear progression, differentiated resources and built-in challenge.