Understanding Maths Fractions

ISBN: 9780721713038
Product description for Parents
Understanding Maths is a series of topic-based study books for children in Key Stage 2, providing rigorous practice of key subject areas. Each topic contains a concise summary of the information, making the series ideal for use as preparation for the Key Stage 2 tests. Each book is a stand-alone resource, so children can either work through them in order or focus on individual aspects of the subject. Together, the nine books support the whole of the Key Stage 2 maths curriculum, providing a solid foundation for success in maths.

Fractions meets the requirements for Key Stage 2 maths, and covers the following areas: comparing and ordering fractions, common denominators, simplifying fractions, unit fractions, equivalent fractions, multiplying fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, tenths, hundreds and thousandths, mixed numbers and improper fractions. The book also builds an understanding of fractions and how they can be represented and used to solve problems.

Key features of Understanding Maths include:
an ‘Explanation’ to introduce each topic
activities to consolidate and revise knowledge and skills
thought-provoking facts to foster a love of learning
regular ‘Progress tests’ and a ‘Final test’ to track children’s development.
All nine books in the series contain answers at the back.

Suitable for: Key Stage 2 level for ages 7 to 11
Pages: 52