To add fractions using models, build models using the common denominator, highlight units in each model according to the numerator to represent the fractions, then combine the highlighted parts of each model to represent the sum and simplify if needed.

1. Adding Fractions Using
Models

2. Step 1
• Build your models
• Use your denominator to build your models.

3. Step 2
• Model your fractions
• Look at your numerator to see how many units
to highlight.

4. Step 3
• Use your models to add your fractions.

5. • Simplify if required