Model decimals and explore decimal place value with a useful printable. The worksheet showcases decimal square models representing one whole, tenths, hundredths, and thousandths.

Concepts

decimals, decimal place value, math modeling, tenths, hundredths, ones, thousandths

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Copy and laminate for continued use
• Create a game of matching pre-shaded decimal square models to their corresponding decimal number  

Classroom Considerations

• Copies are required 
• Learners should be familiar with decimals, place value, and how to use and read decimal square models 

Pros

• Models are designed neatly; lines are straight and clear allowing for easier shading and reading 
• Three of each type of model fits on one sheet of paper 

Cons

• None

Common Core

4.NF.C.7 5.NBT.A.3.a 5.NBT.A.3.b 5.NBT.A.4 5.NBT.B.7 MP5 MP6