Blast off into outer space and explore distant galaxies in this exciting digital game all about using capital letters in titles. With every correct answer, students warp between galaxies and collect cosmic objects that earn them space badges to mark their progress.

In this place value challenge, students are given three digits and must rearrange them to create the smallest possible two-digit number. This game builds early number reasoning by encouraging flexible thinking and strategic use of digit placement. With each correct answer, students move through new galaxies and collect space treasures to celebrate their learning.

Let’s Explore – Making the Smallest Two-Digit Number provides targeted practise with place value and number building. It’s ideal for warm-ups, revision sessions, or numeracy rotations. Whether used individually or with a partner, this space-themed game keeps students engaged while reinforcing key maths concepts.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Rearrange digits to form the smallest possible two-digit number
• ✅ Strengthen understanding of place value and digit order
• ✅ Practise flexible number thinking and problem-solving
• ✅ Reinforce number fluency through repetition and challenge
• ✅ Encourage independent and collaborative learning

How to Play:

1. Students are presented with three digits on screen.
2. They must rearrange two of those digits to create the smallest possible two-digit number.
3. Each correct answer warps them to a new galaxy and rewards them with a space object to add to their collection.
4. Students continue playing through multiple rounds, aiming to collect all their space badges.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Use the game as a place value warm-up at the start of your maths block.
• 💡 Integrate into numeracy rotations for hands-on number building practise.
• 💡 Challenge students to write or explain their reasoning for each number they create.
• 💡 Replay to build fluency, confidence, and reinforce strategic number thinking.

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Let students personalise their experience by choosing from six characters before the game begins
• 💛 Select the number of players or teams at the start of the game to suit individual, paired, or group play
• 💛 Send the QR code home for students to play as a homework or revision task

Let’s Explore – Making the Smallest Two-Digit Number turns number building into a galactic adventure, helping students strengthen their place value understanding while collecting cosmic rewards along the way!