Put your students to work solving the Candy Shop’s Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators Word Problems! Many students struggle to apply fraction computation skills when faced with word problems. These 24 themed task cards challenge students to apply their understanding of adding and subtracting fractions in meaningful, real-world contexts.
This resource also includes 24 additional task cards that focus on representing fraction addition and subtraction with models based on the same word problems. Clear directions are provided to guide students in modeling fraction problems accurately.
Included in This Resource
- ✔ 24 adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators word problem task cards
- ✔ 24 representational model problems aligned to the word problems
- ✔ Student recording sheet
- ✔ Answer key
The candy shop theme works year-round and keeps students engaged while solving rigorous fraction problems. Real-world contexts help students make meaningful connections and strengthen conceptual understanding.
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