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Comparing Fractions Word Problems Worksheet

In this Comparing Fractions Word Problems Worksheet, students solve word problems to compare fractions in real life situations.

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How to teach Inequalities

In this Comparing Fractions Word Problems Worksheet, students solve word problems to compare fractions in real life situations.

The Greater Than Less Than Inequalities Song by Have Fun Teaching helps kids learn how to compare numbers using greater than, less than, and equal to symbols in a fun and engaging way.

Your students encounter fractions in their every day life. Comparing fractions will help your students help your students determine which slice of pie or pizza that they want! This worksheet is perfect for small group, math centers or independent practice.

Students will read the word problems and then solve by drawing a picture and writing an equation. Then, students write their own word problems.

Other resources to use with this Comparing Fractions Word Problems Worksheet

If you are using this worksheet, your students are probably learning about Comparing Fractions.

Use this Comparing Fractions Lesson as an additional resource for your students.

Introduce this worksheet by reviewing symbols used for comparison. First, model how to make fractions with common denominators fractions by finding the Least Common Factor and then creating equivalent fractions. Next, show your students pictures of fractions to show which one is larger. Then, students complete the worksheet independently or with a partner.  As students work, circulate around the classroom to listen student discussions. After the activity, share students’ discussions that you heard to promote comparing fractions. Finally, students can write their own word problems to show comparing fractions.

Be sure to check out more Fraction Worksheets.

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