Coins: Comparing Two Numbers

Today we'll work on comparing two numbers together. Sit close and use your finger to point to each problem. If your child gets stuck, count out loud together using fingers or small objects. Always praise the effort, not just the right answer. Five minutes of warm practice beats twenty minutes of pressure.

• pencil
• paper
• scratch paper

Write differences on the sides and shared traits in the middle.

Count to ten together. Then ask your child to find 8 of one thing in the room.

1. 1

   Which is bigger: 14 or 1?

   Parent tip: Do this one together. Point, count, or trace as needed.
2. 2

   Which is bigger: 6 or 11?

   Parent tip: Do this one together. Point, count, or trace as needed.

1. 1

   Which is bigger: 14 or 8?
2. 2

   Which is bigger: 9 or 6?
3. 3

   Which is bigger: 4 or 13?
4. 4

   Which is bigger: 2 or 16?
5. 5

   Which is bigger: 8 or 7?
6. 6

   Which is bigger: 15 or 12?
7. 7

   Which is bigger: 10 or 8?
8. 8

   Which is bigger: 8 or 1?

Which problem made you think the hardest today? Why?