Adding & Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators Colouring Activity

Years: 5th to 7th/ KS2-KS3

Make adding and subtracting fractions fun, visual, and confidence‑boosting with this engaging colour‑by‑code activity.

Students practise adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators while revealing a bright, cheerful picture.

Perfect for:

• Revision lessons
• Maths centres
• Homework
• Fast finishers
• Sub plans
• Intervention groups

What’s Included

• Adding & subtracting fractions with unlike denominators worksheet
• Colouring page
• Student‑friendly instructions
• Answer key included

Skills Covered

• Finding common denominators
• Adding and subtracting fractions
• Simplifying fractions
• Interpreting numerators for colour‑coding
• Visual reasoning and accuracy checking

Why Teachers Love It

• No prep, clean, accessible, classroom‑ready
• High engagement
• Supports visual learners
• Reinforces the key idea: denominators must match before adding or subtracting