The Powers-of-Ten Machine
Place-Value Machine
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Transform 0.6 into 6 using ×10 or ÷10 steps.
Starting number: 0.6. Target: 6.
Current value: 0.6
The decimal point stays fixed between ones and tenths.
Explain multiplication and division by powers of ten through place value.
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Explain multiplication and division by powers of ten through place value.
Suggested ages: 10–11. Choose from your child’s existing skills, not age alone.
This lesson includes a video, six exercises and three game missions. Instructions and feedback can be heard aloud.
Before this unit
- Grade 4: Large Numbers and Estimation
- Grade 4: Division and Remainders
A structured skills programme, not a school qualification.