We continue our journey with fractions now that the three kiddos have memorized all of their math facts and feel comfortable utilizing those skills in multiple ways.

Princess and Dinomite are grasping fraction concepts quite easily, but Bulldozer is REALLY struggling with how to solve addition fraction problems.

The parts he has the most difficulties with are deciding how to make denominators equal and then what to do with the numerators. He often confuses which number to multiply them by.

I was hoping that with continued practice Bulldozer would learn the steps, but he hasn't. Even the use of Montessori fraction materials isn't doing it for him.

A couple of weeks ago he asked for a control chart to help.

This FREE visual printable is the result!

How to Solve Addition Fraction Problems

There are many ways to solve addition fraction problems.

I want to make it clear that the techniques used in this printable are not the only ways to do so.

The techniques in this printable best follow the Montessori approach presented in the elementary math albums and meet Bulldozer's need for simple, concise, step-by-step directions.

If your student is struggling, we hope that you find it beneficial as well.

There are four simple steps for each and every addition fraction problem.

In some cases, Bulldozer will only have to work through step one and he's done.

In other problems he'll need to work through step two.

When steps one and two don't work, he moves on to steps three and four.

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Fractions: Addition Clip Cards Printable Pack

The FREE How to Solve Addition Fractions Problem Visual is designed for use with the Fractions: Addition Clip Cards Printable Pack.

The Fractions: Addition Clip Cards Printable Pack includes two hundred clip cards, fifty of each type of addition fraction problem to ensure that every child achieves mastery.

My kids are in LOVE with these clip cards. They love the challenge of each problem and that there are choices to help them know they have the right answer.

If you're studying fractions, you may also enjoy some of our other FREE visuals!

FREE How to Reduce Fractions Visual

This visual is such fantastic resource to guide kids through the process of reducing fractions.

There are so many steps involved that can easily be missed or skipped. But with this visual, kids are sure to solve the problems correctly.

FREE How to Change an Improper Fraction to a Mixed Number Visual

If you're trying to teach a child how to change improper fractions to mixed numbers, this visual is a fantastic resource. Not only does it break down each step of the process, but the numbers are color coded to help with any confusion there may be as to where each number goes during the process.

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