Make teaching fractions engaging, accessible and easy to differentiate with this colourful collection of 64 Fraction Task Cards, designed for students in Years 3–4 (Stage 2) and Aligned to the Australian Curriculum.

Featuring 8 differentiated sets of 8 task cards, this resource provides a gradual progression from recognising and representing simple fractions to comparing, ordering, calculating and solving more challenging fraction problems.

Perfect for maths rotations, small-group instruction, independent practice, revision and extension activities!

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

⭐ 64 colourful fraction task cards

• 8 differentiated sets with 8 questions per set
• Large-format cards – 4 cards per A4 landscape page
• Colour-coded sets for easy organisation
• Clear, student-friendly instructions
• A variety of pictorial representations, calculations and word problems

⭐ Student recording sheets

• A whole-resource recording sheet with 64 numbered answer spaces
• An individual-set recording sheet with 8 answer spaces, allowing students to focus on one set at a time

⭐ Answer keys

• Answers for all 64 task cards
• Organised by set for easy marking and checking

8 DIFFERENTIATED SETS

SET 1 – Recognising Fractions

Identify shaded and unshaded fractions using simple visual representations.

SET 2 – Fractions of Shapes and Objects

Identify fractions represented by familiar objects, shapes and pictorial models.

SET 3 – Comparing and Ordering Fractions

Compare fractions and order fractions from smallest to largest.

SET 4 – Equivalent Fractions

Identify, complete and generate equivalent fractions using visual models and numerical representations.

SET 5 – Completing the Whole

Identify missing fractions and determine the complementary fractional part needed to make one whole.

SET 6 – Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Practise adding and subtracting fractions with the same denominator.

SET 7 – Fractions on Number Lines

Identify fractions represented on number lines, including fractions greater than one whole.

SET 8 – Fraction Word Problems and Reasoning

Apply fraction knowledge to real-world situations, multi-step problems and mathematical reasoning challenges.

WHY TEACHERS WILL LOVE THIS RESOURCE

✓ Easy differentiation: Select an appropriate starting set and gradually increase the level of challenge.

✓ Large, easy-to-read cards: Four cards per A4 landscape page provide space for clear text, diagrams and mathematical representations.

✓ Flexible classroom use: Use individual sets or combine multiple sets to suit your students' learning needs.

✓ Low-preparation activities: Simply print, cut and use. Laminate for repeated classroom use.

✓ Independent learning: Student recording sheets allow students to record their answers without writing on the task cards.

✓ Easy organisation: Each set has its own colour, making sorting and storing the cards simple.

SUGGESTED CLASSROOM USES

• Maths rotations and learning centres
• Small-group instruction
• Independent maths practice
• Differentiated group activities
• Fraction revision and consolidation
• Early finisher activities
• Extension and mathematical reasoning

PRINTING INFORMATION

The task cards are designed with 4 cards per A4 landscape page, providing a larger, easy-to-read format.

Print the cards in colour to retain the colour-coded sets. The student recording sheets and answer keys can be printed in black and white.

For repeated use, print the task cards on cardstock and laminate.

Please note: This resource is supplied as a printable PDF. Students record their answers on the included recording sheets or in their maths books.

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