Rounding Numbers Game

Are your students in need of additional practise with rounding whole numbers? Teach Starter has created a printable board game you can use with your year 4  and 5 students. Students will practise how to round 6-digit numbers to a given place.

Here are the basic steps to round a whole number:

• Locate the place value to which you want to round the number. For example, if you are going to round to the nearest ten, locate the tens place.
• Look at the digit to the right of the place value you’re rounding to. If it’s 5 or more, round up. If it’s less than 5, round down.

This board game provides a fun and interactive way to practise and reinforce key mathematical concepts while also encouraging teamwork and friendly competition.

Tips for Differentiation + Scaffolding 

A team of dedicated, experienced educators created this resource to support your maths lessons. 

Use this board game to enhance learning through guided maths groups or as a maths centre activity.

If you have a mixture of above and below-level learners, check out these suggestions for keeping students on track with the concepts: 

🆘 Support Struggling Students

For students who need extra support, provide them with a laminated place value chart to write the numbers and identify the place in which they are rounding to.

➕ Challenge Fast Finishers

For students who need a challenge, encourage students to round to a different place other than what is indicated on the game card.

Easily Prepare This Resource for Your Students

Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the PDF or editable Google Slides version of this resource. An answer key is also included with this download.

Print on thick card for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access.

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This resource was created by Cassandra Friesen, a Teach Starter Collaborator. 

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