Comparing Numbers and Symbols

In this lesson, students learn to compare numbers using greater than, less than, and equal symbols, with the help of an alligator analogy. The alligator always 'eats' the larger number, helping students visualize the concept. The lesson includes several examples and practice exercises to reinforce the learning goal. Students are encouraged to use dry erase boards to practice drawing the symbols, ensuring they understand the concept of comparing numbers by looking at the tens and ones places.

What is the main goal of this lesson?

• To learn about multiplication

• To practice addition and subtraction

• To understand how to compare numbers using symbols

• To memorize multiplication tables

Why are alligators used in this lesson?

• To practice drawing

• To learn about animal habitats

• To help understand which number is greater

• Because they are cute

In the example comparing 37 and 26, which number is greater?

• 26

• 37

• Both are equal

• Cannot be determined

When comparing 18 and 19, why do we look at the ones place?

• To practice counting

• Because the tens are the same

• To learn subtraction

• Because the tens are different

In the example with 24 and 44, which number does the alligator eat?

• Neither

• Both

• 44

• 24

What should you do first when comparing numbers?

• Look at the tens

• Look at the ones

• Subtract the numbers

• Add the numbers

In the practice with 43 and 29, which number is greater?

• Both are equal

• 29

• Cannot be determined

• 43

When comparing 25 and 26, why does the alligator eat 26?

• Because they are equal

• Because 25 is greater

• Because 26 has more ones

• Because 25 has more tens

What symbol is used when two numbers are equal?

• Less than

• Equal to

• Not equal to

• Greater than

In the final practice, which number is greater: 34 or 53?

• 34

• 53

• Both are equal

• Cannot be determined