First Grade Math Comparison Worksheet: Greater, Less, Equal

Children can practice explaining an answer as they work through this quantity comparison worksheet. The page contains 16 comparisons and asks them to write greater-than, less-than, or equal-to symbols. Illustrated numerals present the numbers while the operation signs indicate the calculation or comparison. The largest quantity in this selection is 20; choose the page when that range is comfortable with support.

The first question represents 0 is less than 4. Compare the two quantities before choosing a sign. The open side of a greater-than or less-than sign faces the larger value; use the equals sign when the two values are the same. Read the printed numerals carefully before beginning; their decorative features do not change the values they represent.

Read a completed comparison from left to right and ask the child to explain its meaning. If two groups look different, check their quantities by counting or matching counters one to one. An arrangement that takes more space is not necessarily a larger amount. Model one example, then give the child time to attempt the next.

For another page at a similar stage, browse the counting and number sense worksheets. The Early Math Essentials set offers related formats. Use a few questions during a short home practice session, math center, or supported lesson. Pause when the child needs a new explanation, and return to unfinished questions after revisiting the quantities with a simpler example.