Partition Decimals, Hundredths (2)

Overview:

This activity helps students partition decimal numbers into their place value components and represent them visually. Designed for students in year 4 and year 5.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand and demonstrate the place value of decimal numbers.
• Break down decimals into their whole number and decimal parts.
• Represent decimals visually using models like number expanders and grids.
• Strengthen decimal recognition and place value understanding.

How the Activity Works:

Students are provided with decimal numbers and asked to partition them into their whole number and decimal components. For example, with the number 0.62, students break it down into 0.6 + 0.02. They also represent the number on visual models, including a number expander and a shaded grid. These visual representation help students understand how the whole number and decimal parts fit together and reinforces their understanding of decimal place value.