Comparing Fractions on a Number Line with Word Problems

Here’s a ready-to-go, visual assessment of your students’ understanding of ordering and comparing fractions (with like denominators)! They simply cut and paste to show their knowledge of this topic. A worksheet with three comprehension questions is also included!

How to Use this Product:

1. Print a two-page worksheet for each student. Do not double-side as they will be cutting.

2. Students cut out the eighths and order them on the number line. I recommend they start with 4/8 and glue it at the halfway point benchmark to space them evenly.

3. Students cut out the sixths and order them on the number line. I recommend they start with 3/6 and glue it at the halfway point benchmark to space them evenly.

4. Your early finishers can cut out the last four challenge fractions and determine where they fall on the number line. This allows them to start to practice early equivalent fraction ideas.

5. Assign students some or all of the comprehension questions on the second worksheet. These questions help students begin to compare fractions with unlike denominators and look for simple equivalent fractions (one half and one whole) in a visual way.

This product is designed to be a simple and quick assessment of fraction concepts: comparing and ordering fractions with like denominators, using a number line, common fraction benchmarks, and early fraction equivalency ideas. Of course, you could also use it as an activity in your unit, a homework worksheet, or a math centre.

Grades to Use With:

This product is well-suited for students in grades 3-5. It could also be used in middle school special education classes.

What's Included:

4 Page PDF: Title Page, Number Line Worksheet, Math Questions Worksheet, Answer Key

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