Largest to Win
decimals · place value and writing decimals in words
To understand place values in decimal number and express it in words [5.NBT.A.1][5.NBT.A.3a].
Largest to Win is a Grade 5 decimal place-value game where students build the greatest decimal number they can from drawn cards. Each new digit must be placed permanently on the game board, so students have to think strategically about which place value will make the number larger. The activity also asks students to read and express the completed decimal in words.
Use it for partner or small-group review when students are working with decimal place value and comparing magnitudes. The irreversible placement decisions create natural discussion about why one digit belongs in a particular place. Generate teacher-ready lesson support for Largest to Win with a free Find a Math Game account. No credit card is required, and 3 lifetime lesson generations are included.
- Grades:
- 5
- Players:
- 2 or more players
- Materials:
- cards, printable
- Classroom use:
- small group, partner work
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