Understanding tens and ones is a super important first step to understanding bigger numbers! Basically, any number can be broken down into groups of ten (tens) and leftovers (ones). For example, the number 23 has two groups of ten, and three ones left over. Knowing this helps us understand what numbers really *mean* and makes adding and subtracting much easier. Think of it like building with blocks; a ten is like a tower of ten blocks stacked together, and ones are just single blocks!
This worksheet will help you practice identifying the tens and ones in different numbers.
Match the word to its definition:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Tens | A. The place value representing single units. |
| 2. Ones | B. A number from zero to nine. |
| 3. Digit | C. Groups of ten. |
| 4. Place Value | D. The value of a digit based on its position in a number. |
| 5. Number | E. A symbol or word used to count or measure something. |
Complete the paragraph using the words: tens, ones, number, digits, value.
Every _________ is made up of _________. The placement of those digits determine its _________. The digits in the _________ place show how many groups of ten there are, and the digits in the _________ place show how many individual units are left over.
Imagine you have 3 towers of ten blocks and 5 single blocks. What number can you make? Explain how you figured it out.
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