Add and Subtract Fractions and Mixed Numbers with Unlike Denominators Worksheets

If you are looking for a different kind of math worksheet, then you found the right resource!

These four fun worksheets will motivate your students to practice adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.

This resource is Set 2 of the Secrets of the Toons.

Presented on each worksheet is a secret of a toon character. As students solve the fraction problems, they will use problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to help them eliminate toon characters and uncover the secret.

For Set 1, go to Secrets of the Toons Set 1

Uncovering the secret of a toon character:

• Each student will need 2 pages: A toon character page and the fraction/clue worksheet
• For each question on a worksheet, students solve the two fraction/mixed number problems and cross out the two boxes containing the simplified answers. The remaining box contains the correct clue to help students eliminate one or more of the toons on the toon worksheet.
• At the bottom of the fraction worksheet, there are blank lines that will reveal the final clue to the secret.
• The last toon remaining is the toon with the secret.
• For added fun, students can collect a toon card once they uncover the secret. (optional)

These worksheets are perfect for partner work.

Included: All materials come in color and black/white.

• The Toon character page
• The fraction/clue worksheet - 12 fraction problems per page
• Details of the toon’s secret - 2 versions
• An example is provided to show the students how to use their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to eliminate the toon characters.
• Answer keys - The answer keys show equivalent fractions with the LCD, and the answers are in their simplest form.

On each worksheet, students will use a few additional math skills to help them uncover the secret of the toon character. Below is a list of the worksheets and the other skills.

*Note: students will need to simplify their answers on all four worksheets.

The Missing Lunch Money: Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators.

Math skills included in the clues:

• Identify prime numbers.

The Outdoor Club: Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators.

Math skills included in the clues:

• Identify multiples of a number.

The Rare Gold Coin: Add and subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators. (Subtract without regrouping.)

Math skills included in the clues:

• Convert feet to inches.

The Undercover Boss: Add and subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators. (Subtract with regrouping.)

Math skills included in the clues:

• Compare whole numbers up to 200,000.
• Compare decimals to hundredths.
• Identify the place value of decimals to thousandths.
• Identify factors of a number.

For more fun and engaging fraction worksheets go to:

Secrets of the Toons Set 1 - Worksheets - Add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.

Fun with the Toons - Game and Worksheets - Add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.

Wacky Holidays - Worksheets - Add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with unlike denominators.

Food Truck - Worksheets - Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and mixed numbers.

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