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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Place value
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Welcome to the World of Place Value!

Lesson Introduction

Hello, Year 3! 🎉

Today, we are embarking on an exciting mathematical adventure that will help us unlock the mysteries of numbers. Our quest will lead us to the magical land of Place Value! But before we begin, let’s set the scene with a fun story that will help us understand why place value is so important.

The Tale of the Number Natives 🌍

Imagine a vibrant village called Numberland, where every number lives happily with its friends. In this village, each number has a special job based on where they live.

• The Tens live in huge houses that can fit 10 of their smaller friends, the Ones, inside.
• The Hundreds are the wise elders who can gather together 100 of the smaller residents!

One sunny day, the Mayor of Numberland noticed some confusion among the villagers. The Ones felt very small compared to the mighty Hundreds and Tens. “How can we help our number friends work together?” he pondered.

The Great Place Value Challenge!

To solve this problem, the Mayor invited all the villagers to a Place Value Challenge! Everyone would need to cooperate, and to win, they must show how to represent any number correctly using their place! Each group of numbers would have to introduce themselves by stating what they are, and their roles in forming larger numbers.

Your Mission 🏆

Today, you will become a brave Number Explorer!

1. Gather Your Tools: You will need some paper and pencils to create your own Number Natives.

2. Create Your Own Number: Together, we will explore how to build different numbers by using Ones, Tens, and perhaps even Hundreds!

3. Work in Groups: You’ll team up with your classmates to represent numbers in fun ways. Think of it like building small houses (Ones), big towers (Tens), and mighty castles (Hundreds)!

Quick Warm-Up

Before we dive in, let’s warm up our brains with a quick activity!

• Hold up a Number Card: I’ll show you cards with different numbers on them (like 23 or 145). Let’s quickly identify how many Ones, Tens, and Hundreds are in each number!

Let the Adventure Begin! 🎈

Are you ready to help the villagers of Numberland understand the importance of place value? Let’s get started, and remember: Every number has a special place and a unique role!✨

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This playful and engaging introduction aims to captivate Year 3 students while laying a strong foundation for understanding place value.