Break It Down with Base Ten

Worksheet Description

The worksheet is a practical exercise in understanding the base ten system. In the first part, students are provided with two-digit numbers and are prompted to break them down into tens and ones, filling in the blanks with the appropriate amounts. The second part of the worksheet shows various configurations of base ten blocks, and students must write the number that the blocks represent, further reinforcing the concept of place value.

“Break It Down with Base Ten” is designed to teach students how to decompose numbers into tens and ones, which is a key skill in understanding place value. This foundational math concept is crucial for students as they learn to add, subtract, and manipulate numbers. The worksheet encourages students to think critically about how numbers are constructed and to visualize the quantities they represent. Practicing with base ten blocks also prepares students for more complex mathematical concepts, making this worksheet an important tool for developing mathematical fluency.