Teach Place Value with a Place Value Chart

Understanding place value is a fundamental numeracy concept that serves as the cornerstone for building a strong foundation in mathematics. Place value provides a conceptual framework for understanding the structure of numbers. It enables students to comprehend that each digit’s position holds a unique value, contributing to the overall magnitude of the number. No matter what strand of mathematics you are teaching, place value is bound to play a role!

Teach Starter has created this place value chart to serve as a reminder to your students when they are engaging with all fields of mathematics. It contains clear and concise labeling on both sides of the decimal point. The place value positions included on the chart are:

• Millions
• Hundred thousands
• Ten thousands
• Thousands
• Hundreds
• Tens
• Ones
• Tenths
• Hundredths
• Thousandths
• Ten thousandths
• Hundred thousandths
• Millionths

Multiple Applications of This Place Value Anchor Chart

This place value chart downloads as a full-color or black-and-white printable PDF or an editable Google Slides file. Each version has its own benefits, as outlined below:

• Color PDF – Display the color version of the place value chart on your maths display board as a constant reminder of place value from millions to millionths.
• Black-and-white PDF – Print smaller versions of the black-and-white version for students to paste into their notebooks for future reference.
• Editable Google Slide – Provide students with access to the editable version so they can add and manipulate numbers of their choice in the chart.

Download This Place Value Chart with Decimals

Use the Download button above to access your preferred file format. When downloading the Google Slide, you will be required to make a copy of the file to your own drive. 

You may wish to enlarge this chart to enhance readability for display purposes.

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