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ALEX Lesson Plans  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 6 :
6. Explain that the three digits of a three-digit number represent amounts of hundreds, tens, and ones.

a. Explain the following three-digit numbers as special cases: 100 can be thought of as a bundle of ten tens, called a "hundred," and the numbers 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900 refer to one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, or nine hundreds (and 0 tens and 0 ones).
[MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: Who is the Greatest?
Description:

Students will gain more conceptual understanding of comparing 3-digit numbers. They will build numbers using base ten blocks and a hundreds chart and work with a partner to decide which number is greater. They will be making decisions about which place value to put the digits in to construct the greatest number.

This is a College- and Career-Ready Standards showcase lesson plan.



ALEX Learning Activities  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: M&Ms and Skittles
Description:

In this activity, students have to use their knowledge of place value to determine the numbers being compared. Then, students will compare the numbers using the correct comparison symbol of <, >, or =.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: Greatest, Least, or Equal?
Description:

In this activity, students will practice comparing three-digit numbers by playing a game. The students will work with a partner to draw three cards, arrange the cards to make the largest number, and then decide which student has the largest number. This learning activity will help the students understand place values and the words "equal to", "less than", or "greater than."



   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: Who is Correct?
Description:

In the warm-up activity, students will read about Gavin and Chase, two students who disagree when they compare two 3-digit numbers. The students will decide who is correct and defend their thinking using their knowledge of place value and appropriate academic vocabulary.



ALEX Learning Activities: 3

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ALEX Classroom Resources  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: The Electric Company Math Activities: Compare Three Digit Numbers Using >, <, and = Signs
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/a59d4386-263f-43ba-9358-161e105e34c6/compare-three-digit-numbers-using-and-signs-the-electric-company-math-activities/
Description:

In this activity from The Electric Company, students will practice reading three-digit numbers and compare two- and three-digit numbers using greater than, less than, and equal signs. Included are simple teacher-led activities for students.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (0) 6 :
6. Orally identify whether the number of objects in one group is greater/more than, less/fewer than, or equal/the same as the number of objects in another group, in groups containing up to 10 objects, by using matching, counting, or other strategies.
[MA2019] (1) 12 :
12. Compare pairs of two-digit numbers based on the values of the tens and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
[MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (K - 2)
Title: Welcome to the North Control Room--Odd Squad
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/3bcf30a5-5a4b-4986-8a0a-075ceb8e2a7b/welcome-to-the-north-control-room-odd-squad/
Description:

In this short clip, Oscar shows students how to use greater than (>) and less than (<) symbols as they explore what goes on in the North Control Room.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [SS2010] LWT (0) 6 :
6 ) Compare cultural similarities and differences in individuals, families, and communities.

Examples: celebrations, food, traditions

[SS2010] LWT (0) 11 :
11 ) Identify symbols, customs, famous individuals, and celebrations representative of our state and nation. (Alabama)

Examples: symbols—United States flag, Alabama flag, bald eagle (Alabama)

customs—pledging allegiance to the United States flag, singing "The Star-Spangled Banner"

individuals—George Washington; Abraham Lincoln; Squanto; Martin Luther King, Jr.

celebrations—Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Veterans Day

[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 2 :
2 ) Identify national historical figures and celebrations that exemplify fundamental democratic values, including equality, justice, and responsibility for the common good.

•  Recognizing our country's founding fathers, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Patrick Henry, John Adams, John Hancock, and James Madison
•  Recognizing historical female figures, including Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, Harriet Tubman, and Harriet Beecher Stowe
•  Describing the significance of national holidays, including the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.; Presidents' Day; Memorial Day; the Fourth of July; Veterans Day; and Thanksgiving Day
•  Describing the history of American symbols and monuments
Examples: Liberty Bell, Statue of Liberty, bald eagle, United States flag, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial

[MA2019] (0) 17 :
17. Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common to see which object has "more of" or "less of" the attribute and describe the difference.

Example: Directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as "taller" or "shorter."
[MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Social Studies (K - 2), Mathematics (K - 2)
Title: Peg+Cat/Eid-Al-Adha Adventure
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/islam17.soc.peg.adha/pegcat-eid-al-adha-adventure/
Description:

In this video from PBSLearningMedia, students will join Peg+Cat as they learn about the Muslim holiday Eid-Al-Adha from their friends Yasmina and Amir. In addition to exploring how Muslims celebrate the holiday, students also explore the mathematical concepts of less than (<) and more than (>), fractions, and how to create equal amounts.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: Order Whole Numbers StudyJam
URL: https://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/math/numbers/order-whole-numbers.htm
Description:

In this interactive activity, students will be led through steps to order whole numbers from least to greatest. There are teaching activities as well as practice activities available. A handout that describes strategies taught during the interactive is available to be printed. The key concepts addressed include place value, greater than, and less than. After utilizing this resource, the students can complete the short quiz to assess their understanding.


   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (2) 9 :
9. Compare two three-digit numbers based on the value of the hundreds, tens, and ones digits, recording the results of comparisons with the symbols >, =, and < and orally with the words "is greater than," "is equal to," and "is less than."
Subject: Mathematics (2)
Title: Grade 2 Mathematics Module 3, Topic F
URL: https://www.engageny.org/resource/grade-2-mathematics-module-3-topic-f
Description:

Module 3, Topic F will make use of number disks which make the comparison of numbers very easy. More than and less than lead to the addition and subtraction in the next module. In Lesson 16, students compare using the symbols <, >, and = on the place value chart. Next, students advance to comparing different forms (2.NBT.4), and finally, in Lesson 18, they apply their comparison and place value skills to order more than two numbers in different forms.


ALEX Classroom Resources: 5

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