Powers of Ten 5th Grade Math Task Cards

Description

Looking for a fun and simple way to help your fifth graders master powers of ten? These Powers of Ten 5th Grade Math Task Cards are perfect for keeping students engaged while practicing a new math concept. The best part? Each set of task cards also doubles as a math game, giving students four exciting ways to review while building understanding of this math skill.

This resource includes printable and digital versions, making it ideal for both in-class instruction and distance learning. Whether you’re running math centers, guided groups, or assigning digital work, these activities are ready to go—no prep required.

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What’s Included?

Students will love practicing powers of ten across four interactive games. Each game includes 11 problems, for a total of 44 questions to keep learning active and engaging:

• Activity: 1: Expanded Form

Write each decimal in expanded form.

• Activity 2: Fill in Both

Write the value in decimal and number name form.

• Activity 3: Follow the Directions

Find the answer in decimal form.

• Activity 4: Rainbow Number Name Form

Write each decimal in number name form.

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How to Implement

Digital Version (Google Slides™)

• The first problem in every game is an example.

• Complete five questions together during your lesson, then assign the remaining slides for independent practice.

• Great for digital centers or to save on paper.

Print Version

• Print the task cards in color or black and white.

• Place them in a math center, guided group, or early finisher bin.

• Students record answers on the included recording sheet.

• A self-checking answer key makes it easy for students to check their work.

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Why Teachers Love These Task Cards

These task cards make your math block more engaging and structured. Teachers love them because they’re:

• Fun and interactive

• Aligned to Common Core, TEKS, and Florida B.E.S.T.

• No prep – just print and assign

• Versatile – great for centers, rotations, or small group lessons

• Rigorous and standards-based

• Available in color and black-and-white options

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Ways to Use

• Partner or small group activities

• Math centers and rotations

• Guided math practice

• Independent or spiral review

• Distance learning

• Early finisher work

• Homework or at-home enrichment

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A Fun Alternative to Worksheets

These powers of ten 5th math task cards are an engaging alternative to standard worksheets. Instead of completing a page of problems, students play through games that promote reasoning, collaboration, and confidence.

They can also be used as:

• Quick checks or formative assessments

• Exit tickets

• Warm-ups

• Homework assignments

• Review before unit tests

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Resource Details

✅ 4 interactive games (44 total questions)
✅ 40+ Google Slides and printable task cards
✅ Print and digital options included
✅ Color and black-and-white versions
✅ Answer keys provided
✅ Practices fifth grade math standards
✅ Easy to implement and self-checking

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Why You’ll Love This Set

At the end of the day, these Powers of Ten 5th Grade Math Task Cards make math:

• Fun for students

• Simple for teachers

• Aligned and rigorous

• Perfect for review or enrichment

If you’re looking for a hands-on math center activity that feels more like a game than a worksheet, this set is exactly what you need!

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✅ Ready to make learning fun? Download these Powers of Ten 5th Grade Math Task Cards today and watch your students gain confidence in this tricky math skill!

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