Basic Fractions and Column Addition Worksheet for 12-Year-Olds

Instructions

In this worksheet, you will practice working with basic fractions and column addition. Complete each section carefully.

Part 1: Fractions

1. Write the decimal equivalent for each fraction.

• 1/2:
• 1/4:
• 3/4:
• 1/8:
• 2/3:

2. Fill in the blank by drawing a visual representation of each fraction.

• 1/2:
• 1/4:
• 3/4:

Part 2: Column Addition

3. Solve the addition problems below. Remember to carry over if necessary!

1. 47
   + 36
   ________
   Answer:
2. 128
   + 257
   ________
   Answer:
3. 346
   + 289
   ________
   Answer:
4. 419
   + 286
   ________
   Answer:
5. 523
   + 478
   ________
   Answer:

Part 3: Challenge Questions

4. Create your own fraction by shading in a part of a shape below. Describe your fraction.

5. Write two column addition problems of your own and solve them below.

• Problem 1:
  
  Solution:
• Problem 2:
  
  Solution:

6. What strategies did you use to solve the addition problems? Write your thoughts below.