Understanding Maths is a series of topic-based study books for children in Key Stage 2 providing rigorous practice of key subject areas Each topic contains a concise summary of the information required by the National Curriculum making the series ideal to be used as preparation for the Key Stage 2 tests Each book is a st&-alone resource so children can either work through them in order or focus on individual aspects of the subject Together the nine books support the whole of the Key Stage 2 maths curriculum providing a solid foundation for success in maths Fractions meets the National Curriculum requirements for Key Stage 2 maths & covers the following areas comparing & ordering fractions common denominators simplifying fractions unit fractions equivalent fractions multiplying fractions adding & subtracting fractions tenths hundreds & thousandths mixed numbers & improper fractions This book builds an understanding of fractions & how they can be represented & used to solve problems Key features of Understanding Maths include an ' Explanation' to introduce each topic; activities to consolidate & revise knowledge & skills; thought-provoking facts to foster a love of learning beyond the National Curriculum; regular ' Progress tests' & a ' Final test' to track children's development