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.

How many squares are shaded?

  • 56
  • 55
  • 57
  • 66

Answer: 56. Count the shaded squares: 5 full rows of ten and 6 more = 56.

ProCompare and infer.

What number has 7 tens and 2 ones?

  • 82
  • 72
  • 9
  • 27

Answer: 72. 7 tens and 2 ones make 72.

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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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