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Year 3 - Maths

Represent a 3-digit number up to 1,000 in different ways

Representing 3-digit numbers, comparing and positioning on number lines

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will use knowledge of place value to represent a 3-digit number in different ways. They will compare and order 3-digit numbers and position on number lines and unmarked number lines.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to represent 3-digit numbers in different ways.

Key Notes

  • Place value equipment represents 3-digit numbers efficiently.
  • A 3-digit number is made out of hundreds, tens and ones.
  • The position of the digit tells you its place value.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Represent: Represent means showing something, or standing for something.
  • 3-digit number: A 3-digit number represents a number of hundreds, tens and ones.
  • Place value: Place value means how much a digit is worth in a number.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Pupils may struggle to represent numbers where tens or ones are missing (e.g. 307 or 680).

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.

Place value equipment represents 3-digit numbers efficiently. A 3-digit number is made out of hundreds, tens and ones.

2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Represent'

Represent means showing something, or standing for something. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.

3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.

Mistake: Pupils may struggle to represent numbers where tens or ones are missing (e.g. 307 or 680). Correction: Use place value grids to represent numbers, showing that there are 'no tens' or 'no ones'. Use alongside base ten block representations.

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