Years 3 & 4: Number and place value
This list consists of activities, games and videos designed to support the new curriculum programme of study in Years Three and Four. Containing tips on using the resources and suggestions for further use, it covers: Year 3: Count from 0 in multiples of 4, 8, 50 and 100; find 10 or 100 more or less than a given number, recognise the place value of each digit in a three-digit number, compare and order numbers up to 1000, identify, represent and estimate numbers using different representations, read and write numbers up to 1000 in numerals and in words, solve number problems and practical problems involving these ideas. Year 4: Count in multiples of 6, 7, 9, 25 and 1000, find 1000 more or less than a given number, count backwards through zero to include negative numbers, recognise the place value of each digit in a four-digit number, order and compare numbers beyond 1000, identify, represent and estimate numbers using different representations, round any number to the nearest 10, 100 or 1000, solve number and practical problems that involve all of the above, read Roman numerals to 100 (I to C) and know that, over time, the numeral system changed to include the concept of zero and place value. Visit the primary mathematics webpage to access all lists.
The Deca Tree
This NRICH maths problem will help children to apply and deepen their understanding of 10, 100, 1000 up to 10,000 and could easily be extended to allow children to explore number patterns further. The visual representation of a tree shows what the extra zeros do to a number when multiplying by 10 or 100 by looking at the number of trunks, branches, twigs and leaves.
Place Value Charts
Use this interactive resource to help children understand more about place value. A target number is given and children select which hundred, ten and one is required to make the number. This activity is a great visual demonstration and also offers an opportunity to looks at tenths.
Rounding Numbers
A range of worksheets, interactive resoureces and games for both teacher planning and direct student use. These are all a very useful way to practise rounding numbers to the nearest 10, 100 or 1000. The interactive resources provide children with a range of methods to practice rounding pictorally - using numberlines, mazes, and sports themed activities.
Place Value Games for Students Aged 7-9
Published by BEAM, these games provide opportunities for students to apply their knowledge of place value, number recognition and ordering. *Aim for 500 - in this game both players roll the dice and use the numbers to make two three-digit numbers, then add them up. Whoever gets a total closest to 1500 wins the game. *Making numbers - students create two four-digit numbers from digits generated by rolling a dice before decidng which is the highest. *Mastermind - using a two-digit number one player tries to discover the number by being given clues relating to the place value of the digits.
Maths Chest 6 - Number: Pack 1
Aimed at lower Key Stage Two, this resource provides games and activities, including photocopiable worksheets. These could be used with the whole class or with smaller groups practising specific topics.