For example
In 358 the digit 5 stands for fifty, not just five.
In Grade 3
Children build numbers with place value cards so that each digit's position gives it its size.
Watch out for
Children often read the digit 5 in 358 as plain five. Its place is what makes it worth fifty.
Say it at home
Say a three digit number and ask your child what each digit is really worth.
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