Grade 1
  1. Numbers and Counting  1.1. Counting to 10  1.2. Counting to 20  1.3. Counting to 50  1.4. Counting to 100  1.5. Writing Numbers 1 to 10  1.6. Writing Numbers 1 to 20  1.7. Writing Numbers 1 to 50  1.8. Writing Numbers 1 to 100  1.9. Reading Numbers 1 to 10  1.10. Reading Numbers 1 to 20  1.11. Reading Numbers 1 to 50  1.12. Reading Numbers 1 to 100  1.13. Comparing Numbers  1.14. Ordering Numbers  1.15. Odd and Even Numbers  1.16. Number Patterns  1.17. Skip Counting by 2s, 5s, and 10s  1.18. Understanding Zero
  2. Basic Addition and Subtraction  2.1. Understanding Addition  2.2. Addition Facts within 10  2.3. Addition Facts within 20  2.4. Adding Zero  2.5. Adding One More  2.6. Adding Two More  2.7. Adding Three More  2.8. Adding Using Pictures  2.9. Addition Word Problems  2.10. Understanding Subtraction  2.11. Subtraction Facts within 10  2.12. Subtraction Facts within 20  2.13. Subtracting Zero  2.14. Subtracting One  2.15. Subtracting Two  2.16. Subtraction Using Pictures  2.17. Subtraction Word Problems  2.18. Introduction to Doubles Facts  2.19. Introduction to Making 10
  3. Place Value and Number Sense  3.1. Understanding Tens and Ones  3.2. Counting by Tens  3.3. Place Value within 20  3.4. Place Value within 50  3.5. Place Value within 100  3.6. Reading and Writing Two-Digit Numbers  3.7. Comparing Two-Digit Numbers  3.8. Decomposing Numbers
  4. Measurement  4.1. Length  4.1.1. Comparing Lengths  4.1.2. Measuring with Non-Standard Units  4.1.3. Using Standard Units (Inches and Centimeters) in Length  4.2. Weight  4.2.1. Comparing Weights  4.2.2. Heavy and Light Objects  4.2.3. Introduction to Grams and Pounds  4.3. Capacity  4.3.1. Comparing Capacity  4.3.2. Full and Empty  4.3.3. Introduction to Liters and Milliliters  4.4. Time  4.4.1. Telling Time to the Hour  4.4.2. Telling Time to the Half Hour  4.4.3. Days of the Week  4.4.4. Months of the Year  4.4.5. Understanding Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow  4.5. Money  4.5.1. Recognizing Coins  4.5.2. Counting Coins  4.5.3. Introduction to Dollar and Cents Symbols  4.5.4. Simple Addition and Subtraction with Money
  5. Geometry  5.1. 2D Shapes  5.1.1. Recognizing 2D Shapes  5.1.2. Drawing 2D Shapes  5.1.3. Naming 2D Shapes  5.1.4. Properties of 2D Shapes  5.1.5. Sorting 2D Shapes  5.1.6. Composing Simple Shapes  5.2. 3D Shapes  5.2.1. Recognizing 3D Shapes  5.2.2. Naming 3D Shapes  5.2.3. Properties of 3D Shapes  5.2.4. Sorting 3D Shapes  5.3. Position and Direction  5.3.1. Left and Right  5.3.2. Above and Below  5.3.3. Inside and Outside  5.3.4. Near and Far  5.3.5. In Front and Behind
  6. Patterns and Sorting  6.1. Recognizing Patterns  6.2. Extending Patterns  6.3. Creating Patterns  6.4. Sorting by Color  6.5. Sorting by Shape  6.6. Sorting by Size
  7. Data and Graphing  7.1. Introduction to Data  7.2. Collecting Data  7.3. Tally Marks  7.4. Bar Graphs  7.5. Picture Graphs  7.6. Interpreting Simple Graphs
  8. Fractions  8.1. Understanding Halves  8.2. Understanding Fourths  8.3. Dividing Shapes into Equal Parts  8.4. Identifying Equal and Unequal Parts

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Comparing Numbers


Comparing numbers is an important concept in mathematics. It helps us understand the value of numbers and their relation to each other. In class 1, students learn to compare numbers in a simple way. We will understand this topic step by step.

What does it mean to 'compare numbers'?

When we compare numbers, we look at which number is bigger, which number is smaller, or whether the numbers are equal. We use the words "greater than", "smaller than" and "equal to" to compare numbers.

Symbols used in comparing numbers

We use three main symbols to compare numbers:

  • > (more than)
  • < (less than)
  • = (equals)

These symbols help us write comparisons quickly.

Understanding the symbols

You can understand these symbols as follows:

The symbol > means that the number on the left is greater than the number on the right.

5 > 3

This means that 5 is greater than 3.

The symbol < means that the number on the left is smaller than the number on the right.

3 < 5

This means that 3 is less than 5.

The symbol = means that the numbers on both sides are equal.

4 = 4

This means 4 equals 4.

Visual example

Let's look at some visual examples to better understand comparing numbers.

5 7

In the above visualization, the blue rectangle represents 5, and the red rectangle represents 7. It is clear that 5 is smaller than 7, and visually the blue rectangle is smaller.

5 < 7
7 3

In this example, the green rectangle represents 7, and the orange rectangle represents 3. You can see that 7 is greater than 3.

7 > 3
6 6

In this example, both the purple rectangle and the brown rectangle are the same size. This shows that 6 equals 6.

6 = 6

Text example

Here are some more text examples that show how numbers are compared:

  • Compare 8 to 4: 8 > 4
  • Compare 2 to 9: 2 < 9
  • Compare 5 to 5: 5 = 5
  • Compare 10 to 7: 10 > 7
  • Compares 1 to 1: 1 = 1

Comparing numbers in everyday life

Comparing numbers is something we do often in everyday life, without even noticing it. Here are some real-life examples:

  • When you decide which of two bags of candy has more sweets, you are comparing numbers.
    • 20 candies > 15 candies
  • If you have two pages of a coloring book and one of them has more colors, you compare.
    • 5 colors < 8 colors
  • Even when you see that you and your friend scored the same points in a game.
    • 10 marks = 10 marks

Practice comparing numbers

Practice makes us better! Here are some examples to practice comparing numbers. Try to figure out the answer yourself:

  • Compare 7 and 9
  • Compare 3 and 5
  • Compare 4 and 4
  • Compare 6 and 2
  • Compare 10 and 10

Here are the answers for your inquiry:

  • 7 < 9
  • 3 < 5
  • 4 = 4
  • 6 > 2
  • 10 = 10

Conclusion

Comparing numbers is a simple but essential skill in math. It lays the groundwork for more complex math concepts. We've learned about the greater than, less than, and equal symbols, seen visual examples, and practiced comparing numbers.

Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep comparing the numbers around you, and soon it will become second nature to you!


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