Class 6 Maths: Fractions and Decimals Basics

How this worksheet helps your child

• Builds confidence in core Mathematics concepts taught in Class 6 through repeated, varied practice.
• Aligned to CBSE and NCERT — questions mirror the pattern children see in school tests and unit assessments.
• Comes with an answer key so parents and students can self-check in minutes, without needing a teacher.
• Pitched at easy level — use it for daily homework, weekend revision or quick exam warm-ups.

About this worksheet

Help your Class 6 child build a strong foundation in Mathematics with this practice worksheet focused on Fractions and Decimals Basics. This essential topic is a cornerstone of the CBSE curriculum, preparing students for more complex mathematical concepts in higher grades. Understanding fractions and decimals is not just about passing exams; it's about developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are valuable in everyday life. This easy-level worksheet is perfectly suited for students who are just beginning to explore fractions and decimals, need reinforcement of basic concepts, or require a gentle introduction to prepare for upcoming lessons. It covers fundamental aspects such as identifying, converting, and performing simple operations with these numerical forms, aligning perfectly with NCERT guidelines.

What your child will learn

• Identify different types of fractions and decimal numbers.
• Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.
• Perform simple addition and subtraction with fractions.
• Perform simple addition and subtraction with decimals.
• Recognise the real-world applications of fractions and decimals.

Understanding the concept

Fractions and decimals are two different ways to represent parts of a whole. Imagine a pizza cut into 8 equal slices. If you eat 3 slices, you've eaten 3 out of 8 slices, which can be written as the fraction 3/8. Here, '3' is the numerator (the part you have) and '8' is the denominator (the total equal parts). Decimals are another way to show parts of a whole, but they are based on powers of ten. For example, 0.5 means 'five tenths' (5/10), and 0.25 means 'twenty-five hundredths' (25/100). Both fractions and decimals allow us to work with numbers that are not whole. Learning to convert between them is very useful. For instance, to convert 1/2 to a decimal, you divide 1 by 2, which gives you 0.5. To convert 0.75 to a fraction, you write it as 75/100 and then simplify it to 3/4. This worksheet helps children practice these basic ideas, ensuring they grasp how these numerical forms relate to each other and how to perform straightforward calculations with them.

Tips for parents & teachers

• Encourage your child to draw pictures or use real-life examples (like dividing a chocolate bar) to understand fractions and decimals visually.
• Review the solved examples together before your child attempts the practice questions independently.
• Focus on understanding the concept of 'parts of a whole' rather than just memorising rules.
• Use everyday situations, such as measuring ingredients or sharing items, to reinforce learning.
• Provide positive encouragement and celebrate small successes to build confidence.

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How to use this worksheet at home

Open the print view and use your browser's Print dialog to print on regular A4 paper or save as a PDF. Hand the printed sheet to your child (Class 6) and set a relaxed time limit — 15 to 25 minutes works for most Mathematics worksheets. When they're done, open the "With answer key" view and let them self-mark question by question. Re-print as many times as you need; the file never expires and there's no download limit.

Frequently asked questions

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Is it aligned to the CBSE / NCERT syllabus?

Yes. All Class 6 worksheets are built around the CBSE and NCERT pattern so they map cleanly to what your child is studying in school.

Can I print this worksheet at home?

Yes. Click "Open print view" and use your browser's Print dialog to print on standard A4 paper, or save it as a PDF for later. The layout is designed to fit cleanly without scaling.

Does it include an answer key?

Yes — click "With answer key" to print a version with answers included, so parents and students can self-mark in minutes.