6th Grade Adding & Subtracting Fractions – Guided Notes & Practice

Make fraction operations stress-free and easy to understand with this no-prep 6th grade math activity! This Adding & Subtracting Fractions activity includes guided notes, step-by-step examples, scaffolded practice, independent problems, and a complete answer key—everything you'll need for a ready-to-use, print-and-go activity.

Perfect for introducing new material, reviewing before testing, or as a math intervention booster, this activity provides step-by-step, organized instruction that assists in building student confidence with fraction operations.

What's Included

2 Guided Note Pages – clear, step-by-step explanations and examples for adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers, space for students to work through.

Guided Practice (10 Problems) – guided problems that allow students to practice what they've learned with built-in support.

Independent Practice (20 Problems) – selection of computation and application word problems to reinforce mastery.

Complete Answer Key – allows for efficient grading and student self-checking.

Pro Tips Section – reminders to avoid having students make standard mistakes, such as forgetting the least common denominator (LCD) or failing to simplify end answers.

Skills Taught:

✔ Adding fractions that have like denominators

✔ Adding fractions that have unlike denominators

✔ Subtracting fractions and mixed numbers

✔ Solving word problems with fractions involving real-world applications

✔ Simplifying answers and converting improper fractions into mixed numbers

Why Teachers Love It

No Prep | Print & Go – easy and quick to utilize

CCSS Aligned – covers 6.NS.A.1 and 6.NS.B.3

Student-Friendly Format – scaffolded format provides students with confidence boost step by step

Versatile Application – perfect for classwork, homework, intervention, test prep, or sub plans

Students Love It Because:

Simple, step-by-step examples clarify fractions

Scaffolded practice ensures consistent progress

Real-life word problems make learning real and engaging

This material takes the stress out of learning and teaching fractions. With guided notes, extensive practice, and built-in reinforcement, your students will be confident and competent at adding and subtracting fractions.!