Discover our "Understanding Place Value" math worksheets for ages 5-6. Designed to build a strong arithmetic foundation, these worksheets help young learners grasp the concept of place value through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Kids will learn to recognize the position of digits and their corresponding values in numbers, fostering key math skills critical for future success. With fun exercises and clear instructions, children will develop confidence in their number sense. Perfect for both classroom and home use, our worksheets are an essential tool for mastering the fundamentals of math. Download and start learning today with Kids Academy!


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Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet
Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet

Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet

Assist your child in counting the dots in each of the framed numbers. Then, guide them as they trace the dotted lines to the number that matches the amount shown. This worksheet will help them learn more about mathematics, as well as how to count numbers.
Place Values with Ten Frames Worksheet
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Tens and Ones Worksheet
Tens and Ones Worksheet

Tens and Ones Worksheet

Help your child make math fun with this worksheet! Count the blocks on both sides and enter the total in the box below the figures. This will help them overcome any math-related anxieties they might have and let them enjoy the learning process.
Tens and Ones Worksheet
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Trading Tens Worksheet
Trading Tens Worksheet

Trading Tens Worksheet

Students will hone their counting skills with this worksheet. They must identify groups of 10 cubes to trade for a long. The cubes are arranged in different ways, so students must rely on individual counting. Completing this printable pdf will help 1st graders develop problem-solving abilities and a better understanding of counting.
Trading Tens Worksheet
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Practice Place Value Worksheet
Practice Place Value Worksheet

Practice Place Value Printable

This worksheet is ideal for honing your child's place value and mental math skills. It encourages them to learn by looking at models and performing calculations based on instructions. Build your child's number sense with this handy tool!
Practice Place Value Printable
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Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet: Part 2
Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet: Part 2

Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet: Part 2

Introduce your early learners to regrouping numbers! Catch their attention with this brightly colored worksheet. See how many 10s can be created from the cubes. Then, check the box with the correct answer to complete the sheet! Download now and get started!
Trading Ones for Tens Worksheet: Part 2
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Subtracting Tens Worksheet
Subtracting Tens Worksheet

Subtracting Tens Worksheet

Base ten blocks enable kids to make practical math connections and develop number sense. This free worksheet, using bright-colored tens blocks, helps children learn to skip count and subtract. It lays a strong foundation for upcoming higher level math problems.
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Understanding place value is fundamental for young learners, typically those aged 5-6, as it forms the foundation for all higher arithmetic skills. In essence, place value is the understanding that in a multi-digit number, a digit’s value is determined by its position. For example, in the number 52, the '5' stands for fifty because of its place, not just five. When children grasp this concept, they can more easily comprehend addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division as they grow older.

For parents and teachers, emphasizing place value sets the stage for numerical literacy and problem-solving skills. Without a strong understanding of place value, children may struggle as math becomes more complex in higher grades. Mastery of place value allows kids to visualize numbers in a structured way, making it easier for them to perform operations like carrying over in addition or borrowing in subtraction.

Moreover, a solid foundation in place value fosters confidence and enthusiasm for math. Children are less likely to be intimidated by large numbers and intricate calculations. Teachers and parents who invest time in teaching and reinforcing this principle are essentially empowering children with the tools they need for future academic success and real-world applications in finance, engineering, technology, and more.