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Digit Duel

place value · building and comparing multi-digit numbers

Build the Biggest Number!

Digit Duel is a place value game for Grades 2–4 in which players build the greatest possible multi-digit number. Each digit card must be placed into an open position as soon as it is drawn and cannot be moved later, so students have to judge whether a digit belongs in a high-value place or should be saved for a smaller position. The same format can be used with two-, three-, or four-digit numbers.

Use it with partners or a small group for place value review that includes strategy as well as comparison. Ask students to explain why a particular digit was placed in the hundreds, tens, or ones position. Create a free Find a Math Game account to generate teacher-ready lesson support for Digit Duel. No credit card; 3 lesson generations for life.

Grades:
2, 3, 4
Materials:
cards, counters, pencil, printable
Classroom use:
small group, partner work

Standards alignment

2.NBT.A.1 · primary
2.NBT.A.4
4.NBT.A.2

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