Dealing Decimals Activity
In this Dealing Decimals Activity, students compare two decimals to hundredths by reasoning about their size using the symbols >, <, or = by playing War!
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How to teach Inequalities
In this Dealing Decimals Activity, students compare two decimals to hundredths by reasoning about their size. Students should recognize that comparisons are only valid when the two decimals refer to the same whole. Students will compare two decimals by playing WAR!
The Greater Than Less Than Inequalities Song by Have Fun Teaching helps kids learn how to compare numbers using greater than, less than, and equal to symbols in a fun and engaging way.
This Dealing Decimals Activity teaches students how to compare decimals using comparison symbols like >, < and =. This lesson is perfect for small groups, math centers, or independent practice.
To use this Dealing Decimals ctivity, players begin by dealing out all of the decimal cards. At the same time, players flip over the top card. Then, the player that puts down the largest number wins! If the numbers are EQUAL, it’s WAR! Finally, continue practicing with the included activity sheet.
Other resources to use with this Dealing Decimals Activity
If you are using this activity, your students are probably learning about comparing numbers.
Use this Take Me Out to the Ballgame Inequalities Activity as an additional resource for your students.
First, introduce this Dealing Decimals Activity by reviewing comparison symbols with whole numbers. Then, model how to compare decimals using the same symbols. Then, distribute materials to students. As students work, circulate around the classroom to listen to student discussions. In order to show their understanding that comparisons are valid only when the two decimals refer to the same whole, they could justify their comparisons by utilizing visual models. After the activity, share students’ discussions that you heard to promote comparison skills. Finally, students can continue their practice using the provided worksheets individually or with a partner.
Be sure to check out more Comparing Numbers Worksheets
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