Tens and Ones - PowerPoint

In this engaging educational resource aimed at Year 2 students, the concept of place value is explored with a focus on understanding tens and ones in two-digit numbers. The PowerPoint presentation begins by familiarising students with one-digit numbers, ranging from 0 to 9, and explaining that each of these numbers is composed of a certain number of ones. It then introduces the idea that a bundle of ten ones can be grouped together to form what is known as a 'ten'. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for delving into two-digit numbers, which are numbers between 10 and 99, and are made up of tens and ones.

The presentation goes on to demonstrate how two-digit numbers can be broken down into their constituent parts. For example, the number 14 is composed of 1 ten and 4 ones, while 27 consists of 2 tens and 7 ones. This deconstruction is further illustrated using base ten blocks, a visual aid that helps students grasp the concept of place value more concretely. Worksheets are provided to reinforce learning, where students use base ten blocks to represent various two-digit numbers, such as 13, 48, 75, and many others. The resource not only aids in recognising the numbers represented by base ten blocks but also in breaking down numbers written in words into tens and ones, enhancing the students' numerical literacy and understanding of place value.