Understanding Place Value
Numbers are like building blocks!
Every number from 10 to 99 is made up of tens and ones. The tens tell us how many groups of ten we have,
and the ones tell us how many extra single blocks we have. Let's learn how to count them!
How to Count Tens and Ones
1️⃣ Look at the number (like 34)
2️⃣ The first digit is tens (3 tens = 30)
3️⃣ The second digit is ones (4 ones = 4)
4️⃣ Add them together (30 + 4 = 34)
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: Counting Blocks
How many tens and ones are in this number?
Tens
2
Ones
7
The number is: 27
Example 2: Building Numbers
Let's build the number 45 with tens and ones:
Tens
4
Ones
5
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use everyday objects: Count groups of 10 items (like crayons or coins) to show tens, then count extra ones separately.
- Play place value games: Write a two-digit number and have your child say how many tens and ones it has (e.g., "63 has 6 tens and 3 ones").
- Make it physical: Use building blocks or Legos - make towers of 10 for tens and single blocks for ones to build numbers together.