Order and Compare Fractions and extra reasoning sheets

In these well differentiated worksheets, children order a set of two or more fractions. If equivalent fractions are needed, then one denominator will be a multiple of the other(s) so that conversions will not be complicated.
Compare fractions
Order fractions less than 1
Extra reasoning sheets attached

Bar models, fraction walls and number lines are used to help children to see the relative sizes of the fractions, especially when conversions are needed. Children should look at the set of numerators especially when the denominators are the same.

At first, children may need support to decide the best strategy when there are more than two fractions.

Children may not look at both parts of the fractions when making their decisions about the order.

Useful supporting sentences for parents.

When fractions have the same denominator, the one with the_____ numerator is the greatest fraction.

When fractions have the same numerator, the one with the ______ denominator is the greatest fraction.

Key questions for parents:

If a set of fractions all have the same denominator, how can you tell which is greatest?

If a set of fractions all have the same numerator, how can you tell which is greatest?