Comparing Numbers

WHEW! We have gotten off to a very fast start this school year and I am finally finding a moment to breathe and update the blog. Sorry! 

In math, we have begun learning to compare numbers. Comparing numbers can be a difficult concept for second graders to understand. It is can also be very confusing to learn to use the vocabulary and symbols that go along with this concept. Using their knowledge of the meanings of hundreds, tens, and ones digits, students will be able compare two three-digit numbers. They are then able to put numbers in order from least to greatest or vice versa, and correctly use the >, =, and < symbols when comparing numbers. Students will need to be fluent in many mathematical process to be able to make comparisons accurately. For example when given to numbers such as 287 and 304, students will need to understand that place value is important.

Greater the Alligator

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Check out these strategies:

Ask your scholar about our little "secret"

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In class, we play a game called Greater Than, Less Than and they love it! Click the image below for the directions. If you have a deck of cards, you and your scholar are ready to play. *WARNING* They love this game!

You can also have them write it down on paper using the symbols for extra practice (ex.  8 > 7)

Try these online games:
Toon University: Comparing Number Values

EZSchools: Comparing Numbers

ABCYa!: Comparing Number Values