Year 5 Maths - Subtracting Two Mixed Numbers

Subtracting Mixed Numbers - Visual & Numerical Strategies
Make subtracting mixed numbers clear, engaging, and confidence-building with this step-by-step resource designed to support a range of learners. Students are guided through subtracting mixed numbers using visual models and numerical methods, helping them build real understanding - not just follow a procedure.
This resource is perfect for upper elementary / lower middle school maths lessons and works well for whole-class teaching, guided practice, independent work, or intervention groups.

What is Included:

• Clear, structured activities for subtracting mixed numbers
• Visual representations to support conceptual understanding
• Numerical strategies, including breaking wholes into fractional parts
• Gradually increasing difficulty to build confidence
• Opportunities for independent practice
• Answer key included for quick marking or self-assessment

Skills Covered:

• Subtracting a fraction from a mixed number
• Subtracting two mixed numbers
• Regrouping using fractional parts
• Choosing efficient strategies
• Explaining mathematical thinking

Perfect For:

• Year 4-6 / Grade 4-6
• Differentiated maths lessons
• EAL / ELL learners
• Intervention or revision
• Homework or extra practice

This resource supports visual learners, encourages mathematical reasoning, and helps students move confidently from concrete understanding to abstract calculation.
Print-and-go or use digitally - flexible, practical, and classroom-ready.