What Are Ordinal Numbers?
Ordinal numbers tell us about position or order!
They help us answer questions like "Who came first?" or "Which one is third?" We use special words like first, second, third all the way up to tenth and beyond!
Ordinal Number Words
1️⃣ 1st - First
2️⃣ 2nd - Second
3️⃣ 3rd - Third
4️⃣ 4th - Fourth
5️⃣ 5th - Fifth
Let's Play with Ordinal Numbers!
Example 1: Number Line Race
Click on the numbers in order from first to fifth!
3rd
1st
5th
2nd
4th
Example 2: Running Race
Click the buttons to see who comes in each position!
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Parent Tips 🌟
- Play "ordinal number scavenger hunts" at home ("Find the third book on the shelf" or "Bring me the fifth item in the fridge")
- Use ordinal numbers during daily routines like "First we brush teeth, second we put on pajamas..."
- Make a simple board game where you move pieces and call out positions ("I'm in second place!")