Ordering 2-Digit Numbers: Step-by-Step Example
30 October 2026
Ordering two-digit numbers helps children build a strong foundation in number sense. By focusing on the tens digit, your child can quickly see which numbers are smaller or larger.
Worked example
Order these numbers from smallest to largest: 47, 62, 35, 59
Step 1: Look at the tens digit of each number.
35 has 3 tens, 47 has 4 tens, 59 has 5 tens, 62 has 6 tens.
Step 2: Start with the smallest tens digit. 35 comes first.
Step 3: Next is 47 (4 tens).
Step 4: Then 59 (5 tens).
Step 5: Last is 62 (6 tens).
The correct order is: 35, 47, 59, 62.
Now your child can spot the order of two-digit numbers by checking the tens and units. This skill is useful for many maths questions, and there are more practice problems just like this to help them get even more confident.
