What is Place Value?

• Every digit in a number has a place, which gives it a value.
• The place value tells how much each digit is worth depending on where it appears.
• Example: In 2536:
  – 2 is in Thousands → 2000
  – 5 is in Hundreds → 500
  – 3 is in Tens → 30
  – 6 is in Ones → 6

How to Use This Activity

• Goal: Show the number using beads on the abacus.
• Click + to add a bead, – to remove.
• Match the number shown by placing beads in each rod: Thousands, Hundreds, Tens, and Ones.
• Click Check My Answer to see how you did.
• Click Play Again for a new number.

Why Is This Important?

• Helps understand how numbers are built.
• Improves counting and math skills.
• Makes learning place value fun and visual!

Tips for Success

• Start reading numbers from left to right.
• Each digit builds part of the total number.
• Count beads carefully before checking your answer.
• Mistakes are part of learning—try again!