Ordering Numbers

Ordering numbers is very similar to counting.  But, because it requires taking numbers that are out of order and reorganizing them (rather than just counting up) it's a slightly more difficult counting skill. When you have students who are struggling with counting, ordering exercises can be very helpful to reinforce the counting process. 

The worksheets below including ordering worksheets as well as ordering puzzles for younger students. 

One of the critical concepts in math is understanding which numbers represent "more" and which numbers represent "less." 

As with counting and ordering numbers, some students compare numbers easily and naturally. Other students need a lot of practice.