Place value - Comparing/Ordering numbers to 1,000,000 - Presentation

In a series of engaging activities, students are invited to delve into the concept of place value by comparing and ordering numbers up to one million. The exercises begin with a straightforward task where learners are asked to arrange sets of number cards in order of size, such as sequencing numbers from 13,010 to 13,111. This activity serves as a practical application of understanding the value of each digit in a number. As the tasks progress, students are challenged to estimate the values of letters representing numbers on a scale from zero to one million, further reinforcing their grasp of numerical magnitude and place value.

The lesson extends beyond mere numbers as students apply their knowledge to real-world data, comparing populations in various areas of Yorkshire. They use comparison symbols like less than (<), greater than (>), or equal to (=) to correctly relate the populations of different towns and cities. For example, they assess whether the population of Halifax is greater or smaller than that of Wakefield. In another set of tasks, students engage in reasoning exercises, such as deducing possible numbers from given clues, including rounding to the nearest ten thousand and summing digits to reach a specific total. These activities encourage critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the relationship between numbers and their place values.