Year 6 | Fractions: Add and Subtract Any Two Fractions – Lesson Resource Pack
Help pupils master adding and subtracting fractions with different denominators using this Year 6 fractions add and subtract any two fractions lesson pack. Designed in line with the White Rose Maths small steps, this lesson shows pupils how to find a common denominator, add or subtract fractions, and simplify their answers where needed.
Through clear modelling and visual representations, children learn to add and subtract proper and improper fractions, convert results into mixed numbers, and explain their reasoning. The lesson also helps pupils avoid common misconceptions, such as adding denominators instead of finding equivalent fractions or forgetting to simplify their final answer.
What’s included in this lesson pack?
- Year 6 fractions PowerPoint – adding and subtracting any two fractions
- Differentiated Year 6 fractions worksheets – add and subtract fractions with unrelated denominators
- Problem-solving challenge sheet – find denominators to complete calculations for given totals
- Detailed lesson plan with teaching guidance, key questions and misconceptions
Curriculum links
- Add and subtract fractions with different denominators and mixed numbers, using the concept of equivalent fractions
- Use common factors to simplify fractions; use common multiples to express fractions in the same denomination
- Solve addition and subtraction multi-step problems in context
This lesson pack forms part of our Year 6 Autumn Block 3: Fractions unit within the Maths Masters scheme. Each resource builds fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills in fractions through engaging, well-sequenced activities.
