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Fractions · Grade 3

Comparing Fractions Worksheets With Like Denominators

Teach fraction comparison by keeping the whole and the piece size the same.

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Teaching notes for parents and teachers

How to teach it

Use matching strips with the same denominator. Compare the number of shaded pieces before introducing the comparison symbol.

Example to work through together

Use the model below as you explain the example. Have your student point to the quantities as you discuss them.

Two sixths is less than five sixthsTwo equal-length strips each have six equal sections. The top strip has two shaded sections, and the bottom strip has five shaded sections.2/65/6

2/6 < 5/6

Ask your student

If the pieces are the same size, which fraction has more pieces?

If your student needs help

If the symbol is reversed, have the student read the entire comparison aloud.

Make a practice set

Select the worksheet, answer key, or both. When both are selected, the answer key prints after the questions. Keep it separate if you want your student to work independently.

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After your student finishes

Choose one comparison and explain why it is true without naming only the symbol. For example, five sixths is greater than two sixths because five of the same-sized pieces cover more than two. Try reversing the order and writing the new comparison.

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Grade 3 selected skill connection: 3.NF.A.3d. See the Common Core standards for this grade. This worksheet does not cover every requirement in the standard.