Max Maths, Year 4, Try it, Comparing and ordering decimals (2)

In an engaging activity aimed at Year 4 students, Max Maths introduces the concept of comparing and ordering decimals. The task encourages children to examine and sequence decimal numbers, enhancing their understanding of place value and decimal notation. For instance, in part (c), students are presented with the numbers 1 and 0.99 and asked to compare them. A series of decimal numbers including 0.97, 1.06, 1.03, and others are then listed, and the students must place these numbers in the correct order to visually represent which are less than or greater than the given numbers. This exercise helps to solidify their grasp of how decimals represent values that are greater or smaller than whole numbers.

Similarly, part (d) focuses on comparing the numbers 4.33 and 4.44. A list of decimals close to these values, such as 4.32, 4.46, 4.42, and so on, are provided. The task for the students is to arrange these decimals in ascending order, understanding the subtle differences between them as they determine which are less than or greater than the given numbers. This activity not only reinforces the concept of ordering but also fine-tunes the students' ability to discern between decimal values. Additionally, exercises 3 and 4 challenge students to arrange a new set of decimal numbers from the smallest to the greatest and vice versa, further practicing their comparison skills. These exercises culminate in a comprehensive understanding of how to manipulate and order decimal numbers effectively.