Addition of Fractions Using a Line Plot

This file is a two page worksheet of 8 problems for students to add fractions which are represented on a line plot to use with 5th grade math. Using a line plot when adding fractions can be a helpful visual tool, especially for students or learners who are still mastering the concept of fractions and need a more tangible way to understand the process.  A line plot allows learners to see the fractional parts on a number line. This makes it easier to understand how the fractions combine, especially when dealing with fractions with the same denominator.  Line plots show how fractions add up to form whole numbers. When the fractions sum to a whole, it’s visually obvious on the number line. For instance, if you're adding 3/4 + 1/4, a number line shows how the fractions build up to 1.  For younger learners, or learners new to fractions, line plots can make abstract concepts more concrete. They can directly see how the fractions are added, rather than relying solely on algorithmic methods.