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Grade 1 Comparing numbers Worksheets & Practice

Comparing numbers tells which quantity is greater, smaller, or equal. Discover the strategy, try a few examples, and choose a free printable level.

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What your learner will practice

Counting and number sense. First graders use drawings, objects, and number lines to understand small numbers and explain their thinking. Focus on accuracy before speed.

With comparing numbers in Grade 1, the goal is to build understanding and to explain the method, not just get a number. Take breaks and repeat short sessions when needed.

How to solve comparing numbers problems

  1. 1Line numbers up by place value if needed.
  2. 2Compare the largest positions first, then move right.
  3. 3Choose the correct symbol: <, >, or =.
Common mistake to watch for

The open side of the symbol faces the larger number.

Try these six examples

Read each question, solve on paper, and then check the answer. The full printable sets below provide 20 new problems each.

  1. 1 ____ 9 (<, >, or =) Answer: <
  2. 12 ____ 12 (<, >, or =) Answer: =
  3. 1 ____ 12 (<, >, or =) Answer: <
  4. 11 ____ 11 (<, >, or =) Answer: =
  5. 3 ____ 9 (<, >, or =) Answer: <
  6. 1 ____ 1 (<, >, or =) Answer: =

Helpful teaching idea

Use two groups of objects and say which group has more.

Use blocks or fingers first. Ask the learner to tell you how they know the answer, not simply to guess.