Year 5 Maths - Comparing and Ordering Decimals: Autumn-Themed Word Problems (40 Cards with Answers)

DOWNLOAD NOW! A FESTIVE & ENGAGING MATHS RESOURCE FOR YEAR 5!

Transform your maths lessons this autumn with this hilarious and high-quality set of 40 themed maths word problems! Designed specifically for Year 5, this resource provides essential practice in comparing and ordering decimals in a fun, meaningful, and memorable way. Perfect for a seasonal maths week or as a fun revision session!

Every problem is paired with a whimsical, autumn-themed image guaranteed to make your pupils smile, giggle, and stay focused while mastering a key mathematical concept.

Celebrate the Season While Mastering the Maths Curriculum!

Bring the festive spirit of the harvest season into your classroom as your pupils solve problems featuring:

Turkeys debating their weights,

Pumpkin, pecan, and apple pies competing to be the “most popular”,

Roast potatoes, stuffing, and gravy boats comparing serving sizes,

Corn on the cob, cranberry sauce, and hot chocolates battling for attention,

…and many more fun, food-themed scenarios that will capture their imagination!

Your classroom will feel festive, fun, and focused the perfect blend for productive learning!

National Curriculum Alignment:

Number - Fractions (including decimals and percentages): Solve problems involving number up to three decimal places.

Number - Fractions (including decimals and percentages): Read, write, order and compare numbers with up to three decimal places.

What’s Included in This Resource Pack:

40 Themed Decimal Comparison Word Problems: A full set of unique, real-world problems that require pupils to compare decimals

40 Matching Whimsical Images: Each problem has a corresponding fun image to aid visualisation and engagement.

Comprehensive Answer Key: A detailed answer sheet for quick and easy marking, perfect for self-assessment or teacher review.

Printable PDF Format: Ready-to-print cards perfect for lessons, maths centres, or display.

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

Turns Maths Practice into a Celebration: Moves beyond boring worksheets to create a joyful classroom atmosphere.

Builds Mathematical Confidence: Uses relatable, real-world contexts to deepen understanding of decimals.

Saves You Valuable Planning Time: A complete, ready-to-use resource for the busy teacher.

Versatile for Classroom Use: Ideal for starter activities, main lesson tasks, maths centres, homework, or as a fun intervention.