Comparing fractions (age 8+)

MathematicsFractionsAges 8–9

Compare two fractions with the same numerator or the same denominator by reasoning about size; record comparisons with >, =, or < symbols

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If your child sees 3/5 and 3/8, can they tell you which is bigger just by thinking about the size of each piece — without needing to draw it out?

Compare two fractions with the same numerator or the same denominator by reasoning about size; record comparisons with >, =, or < symbols

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Comparing fractions (age 8+)Procedural concept

Compare 3/8 and 3/4: same numerator, larger denominator means smaller pieces so 3/8 < 3/4
Compare 5/6 and 2/6: same denominator so 5/6 > 2/6
Justify a comparison using a visual model and explain why both fractions must refer to the same whole

“If your child sees 3/5 and 3/8, can they tell you which is bigger just by thinking about the size of each piece — without needing to draw it out?”