Max Maths, Year 4, Try it, Tenths (1)

In the 'Max Maths, Year 4, Try it, Tenths (1)' activity, students are encouraged to explore the concept of tenths through engaging with visual diagrams and written exercises. Initially, they are presented with a set of diagrams, each representing a decimal number. The task for the students is to observe these diagrams closely and accurately write down the decimal number that each diagram illustrates. This exercise helps to visually reinforce their understanding of decimal places and the value of tenths in the context of whole numbers.

Following this, the students are asked to take the next step in their understanding of decimals by writing out decimal numbers in word form. This helps to bridge the gap between numerical and written representations of decimals, ensuring that students can confidently articulate the value of tenths as part of the number system. For example, they would write 'zero point three' for 0.3, or 'fifteen point one' for 15.1. The activity concludes with a task where students must identify which diagram correctly represents the decimal number 'one point one'. By selecting the appropriate diagram, they demonstrate their comprehension of decimal values and their ability to match these values with visual representations.