1. Number Line
The students draw a number line with the first rounding choice and the second rounding choice. For example, when rounding 84 to the tens, the number line would consist of 80 and 90. After drawing a dot on the line for 84, the students determine which rounding choice it is closest to.
2. Rounding Rule
The students memorize the rule that if the number is 4 or below, the number stays the same. However, if the number is 5 or higher, the number adds one.
3. Paying Attention
The students underline the specific place value they are rounding in a number. For example, if they are round 806 to the hundreds, they would underline the 8. Then, the students draw an arrow to the place value to the right and apply the rounding rule. If the number is 4 or below, it stays the same. However, if the number is 5 or higher, it adds one.