Discovering Numbers: Exploring 3-Digit Values

Discovering Numbers: Exploring 3-Digit Values

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to count reliably up to 1000, understand the position of a digit signifies its value, and know what each digit in a 3-digit number represents, including the use of a zero as a place holder.

What do you already know about counting and understanding 3-digit numbers?

Counting to 1000

We will start by practicing counting from 1 to 1000 as a group.

Understanding Digit Positions

We will learn about the significance of each position of a digit in a number through interactive examples.

Value of Digits

We will explore what each digit in a 3-digit number represents, emphasizing the role of zero as a place holder.

Group Activity: Number Representations

Students will work in groups to create and present examples of 3-digit numbers, highlighting the value of each digit.

Interactive Exercise: Place Value Game

Students will participate in a game to practice identifying the value of digits in 3-digit numbers.

Application: Real-Life Scenarios

We will discuss how understanding 3-digit numbers can be useful in everyday situations such as shopping or telling time.

Review and Recap

We will review key concepts and have a recap session to ensure understanding.

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