Comparing Numbers to 1,000 Game
The worksheet has ten 3-digit comparisons, some with expanded form, with a balanced mix of greater than, less than and equal. The game page has a recording sheet and digit cards for Build and Compare: players draw three cards, make the greatest number they can, and compare.
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Compare Numbers to 1,000
Compare the hundreds first. If they are the same, compare the tens, then the ones. Some numbers are written in expanded form. Write >, < or =.
Game: Build and Compare (2 players). Cut out the digit cards and mix them face down. Each player takes 3 cards and makes the greatest 3-digit number they can. Write both numbers and a >, < or = sign. The greater number wins the round. Mix the cards and play again.
| Round | Player 1 | > < = | Player 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||||
| 2 | ||||
| 3 | ||||
| 4 | ||||
| 5 | ||||
| 6 |
Compare Numbers Game: Digit Cards
✂ Cut on the dashed lines. Print on card stock if you can.
Compare Numbers to 1,000: Answer Key
Compare the hundreds first. If they are the same, compare the tens, then the ones. Some numbers are written in expanded form. Write >, < or =.
Teaching tips
- Common Core 2.NBT.A.4 asks students to compare two three-digit numbers based on the hundreds, tens and ones digits, using >, = and <.
- Variation: make the smallest number instead, or let players choose any order and explain their thinking.
- The 6 and 9 cards are underlined so players can tell them apart.
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