Mastering place value doesn’t have to be a worksheet-only task!

This Large Number Place Value War Card Game gives students a fun and engaging way to practice comparing multi-digit numbers and reading numbers to the millions place.

Whether they’re working on number sense, building place value fluency, or just love a good card game, this math center turns big number practice into a fast-paced competition that kids ask to play again and again.

What’s Included in the Place Value War Game Set?

• 8 color-coded decks for comparing large numbers.
  Each deck focuses on reading, comparing, and understanding numbers from thousands to millions, making differentiation super easy.
  
• Numeral cards and matching number word cards.
  Students compare digits to digits or digits to expanded word form—reinforcing number recognition and place value comprehension.
  
• Printable deck labels and instruction cards.
  Keep your math center organized and easy to use with matching labels and step-by-step directions.
  
• Over 120 cards across all sets.
  This mega bundle ensures students get repeated, varied practice with comparing and ordering large numbers
  

Skills Addressed:

Primary Academic Skills:

• Place Value Understanding for Numbers in the Millions.
  Students gain confidence identifying the value of digits in multi-digit numbers and understanding how each place impacts number size.
  
• Comparing Numbers Using Greater Than, Less Than, and Equal To Symbols.
  Players actively use math vocabulary while determining which number is larger in each round.
  
• Reading and Matching Standard and Word Form Numbers.
  Matching numerals to word form builds fluency with number words and supports reading comprehension in math.
  
• Ordering Multi-Digit Numbers.
  As students play, they mentally sequence numbers, developing strategies for ordering large values.
  
• Mental Math Strategies.
  Players practice estimating and comparing without always needing manipulatives or paper.
  

Secondary (SEL & Life) Skills:

• Turn-Taking and Respectful Competition.
  This 2-player game fosters good sportsmanship and patience.
  
• Focus and Sustained Attention.
  The fast-paced nature keeps kids engaged and practicing attention to detail.
  
• Confidence Through Repetition.
  With multiple opportunities to win and review, students build mastery and self-esteem with big number tasks.
  
• Peer Collaboration and Discussion.
  Encourages math talk as students explain why one number is larger or how to read tricky word forms.
  

How to Play the Large Number War Card Game:

1. Deal the cards.
   Split a full deck evenly between two players and place cards face down.
2. Flip and compare.
   Each player flips their top card at the same time, then compares to see which number is greater.
3. Collect the cards.
   The player with the higher number takes both cards and adds them to the bottom of their pile.
4. Have a tie? It’s WAR!
   Each player lays down three face-down cards, then flips a fourth. The highest number wins the battle.
5. Play until someone wins.
   Continue until time runs out or one player collects all the cards!
   

How and Where to Use This Place Value Game:

• Math centers for 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade.
  Perfect for targeted review or spiral practice aligned with place value standards.
  
• Small group instruction and guided math.
  Great for pulling a few students for reteach or enrichment with hands-on place value activities.
  
• Morning tubs or early finishers.
  Keep fast finishers challenged without giving more worksheets.
  
• Sub plans and intervention groups.
  Easy to prep and explain, this game supports differentiation and review.
  
• Homeschooling or math enrichment at home.
  A fun way for families to reinforce number comparison and word form reading skills.
  
• ESL/ELL support.
  The visuals and repetition help English language learners build number vocabulary in a low-pressure setting.
  

Standards Alignment:

✔ Common Core State Standards for Math:

• 3.NBT.A.1: Use place value understanding to round multi-digit numbers.
  
• 4.NBT.A.1: Recognize that in a multi-digit whole number, a digit represents ten times what it represents in the place to its right.
  
• 4.NBT.A.2: Read and write multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form.
  
• 4.NBT.A.3: Compare two multi-digit numbers based on meanings of the digits in each place.
  
• 5.NBT.A.1: Understand the place value system through the millions.
  

✔ Texas TEKS:

• 3.2A / 4.2A: Interpret the value of each place-value position up to the millions.
  
• 3.2D / 4.2D: Compare and order whole numbers up to 100,000 or 1,000,000 using symbols.
  

✔ Virginia SOLs:

• Math 4.1a, b, c: Read, write, and identify place value and compare whole numbers to the millions.
  
• Math 5.1a, b, c: Identify and describe the value of a digit and compare numbers through the billions.
  

Check out what other educators are saying:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Susan V. wrote, “What a fun way to review place value!  Great game day/review day review activity.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ April C. wrote, “Perfect activity for my centers in fifth grade math class.”

If you’re looking for a hands-on place value game that builds confidence with large numbers, this Large Number War Card Game is a must-have for your math centers and review days.

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