Place Value (Year 2)

Read, write, order and compare numbers, understanding the value of each digit.

The questions below are generated to match the National Curriculum for Year 2 and get harder as you progress from Rookie to Guru.

Worked examples

RookieRead and interpret directly.

Which number matches the tens and ones shown?

  • 20
  • 36
  • 26
  • 62

Answer: 26. The picture shows 2 tens and 6 ones, which is 26.

ProCompare and infer.

What number has 2 tens and 2 ones?

  • 22
  • 4
  • 32

Answer: 22. 2 tens and 2 ones make 22.

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Frequently asked questions

What is place value?
Read, write, order and compare numbers, understanding the value of each digit.
How can my child practise place value at home?
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