Reinforce place value to three decimal places with this engaging printable game that brings strategy and fun into your maths block. Decimals Squares Game helps students build confidence in recognising and understanding decimal values as they make decisions, form connections, and claim victory one square at a time!

This game is perfect for small groups, maths warm-ups, early finishers or targeted skill practice during numeracy rotations. Students will roll a die and spin to generate a decimal, then decide where to draw their line on the board based on the matching place value. Strategy is key as players try to be the first to complete and claim squares by placing accurate decimals in the correct locations.

Each turn allows students to deepen their understanding of decimal place value and sharpen their logical thinking. This low-prep activity creates opportunities for collaboration, discussion and reinforcement of key numeracy concepts in an interactive way.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise and interpret place value up to three decimal places
• ✅ Develop number sense and strategic thinking
• ✅ Strengthen confidence in decimal representation and comparison
• ✅ Promote mathematical reasoning and discussion

What’s Included:

• Decimals Squares Game board
• Student-friendly instructions
• Decimal spinner
• Printable player tokens and score sheets

Materials Needed:

• One die per group
• Coloured pencils or markers
• Printed game board and spinner
• Optional: whiteboard markers and write-and-wipe sleeves for reuse

How to Use:

1. Students take turns rolling the die and spinning to determine a decimal and corresponding place value.
2. They find a matching spot on the game board and draw one side of a square.
3. If a player completes a square, they claim it with their initials or colour.
4. The game continues until all squares are claimed. The player with the most squares wins!

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Include this as a rotating maths station during decimal units
• 💡 Pair with a mini lesson on place value to three decimal places
• 💡 Use for partner challenges or small group revision
• 💡 Create a long-term version in student books to complete over a week

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Print the boards on thick card and laminate for durability
• 💛 Use whiteboard markers with sleeves for repeated play
• 💛 Provide a decimal anchor chart nearby as a reference for struggling students
• 💛 Encourage students to justify their choices aloud to develop maths talk

For even more decimal fun, check out our related resource: Escape the Room: Comparing Decimals DIGITAL!