Max Maths, Year 6, Try it, Review of place value in 1- and 2- place decimal numbers

In the 'Max Maths' programme for Year 6, students are given the opportunity to review and practice their understanding of place value in decimal numbers with one and two decimal places. The 'Try It' section is an interactive exercise designed to reinforce their skills in identifying and writing decimal numbers. The first activity involves looking at visual representations where coloured parts indicate the value of the decimal number, which the students must then write down correctly. This could involve identifying tenths, hundredths, or a combination of both, depending on the coloured segments shown in examples (a) to (f).

The second activity focuses on the reading and writing of decimal numbers. Students are presented with verbal descriptions of various decimals and are tasked with converting these into their numerical form. This exercise includes a range of numbers, from simple decimals like 'zero point four six' to more complex numbers such as 'three hundred point zero eight'. The aim is to ensure that students are comfortable with the concept of place value in decimals and can confidently express these numbers both in written and spoken form. The exercise provides a comprehensive review of decimal place value, helping to build a solid foundation for more advanced mathematical concepts.