📚 Topic Summary
Integers are whole numbers (not fractions!) that can be positive, negative, or zero. Positive integers are greater than zero (like 1, 2, 3...), negative integers are less than zero (like -1, -2, -3...), and zero is neither positive nor negative. Understanding how these numbers work is essential for more advanced math.
In these worksheets, we'll explore identifying, comparing, and using positive, negative, and zero integers. Get ready to have some fun with numbers! ➕➖
🧮 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Integer |
a. A number less than zero |
| 2. Positive Integer |
b. A whole number greater than zero |
| 3. Negative Integer |
c. The point that divides the number line into positive and negative numbers |
| 4. Zero |
d. Any whole number (not a fraction or decimal) |
| 5. Number Line |
e. A line that shows numbers increasing or decreasing from a central point |
✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the following paragraph using the words: negative, positive, zero, integers, and number line.
________ are whole numbers that can be ________, ________, or ________. A ________ helps visualize these numbers, with ________ numbers to the right of ________ and ________ numbers to the left.
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Explain a real-world situation where you might use both positive and negative integers. Provide at least two specific examples.