LibGuides: Math Help: The number line

THE NUMBER LINE

All real numbers have a spot on the number. In this module, you can study the number line concept and learn how to put any number onto it in the right spot.

Did you know?

The number zero is an important part of the number line. Numbers to the left of zero are negative; numbers to the right are positive.

Study and practice

Study number lines
Read about number lines and take a self-quiz at mathsisfun.com.
Play with a "zoomable" number line
Zoom in and out of the number line to see where decimal numbers fit on the line.
Download a selection of number line worksheets
Design and print a selection of number line worksheets including blank number lines; addition and subtraction using a number line; and placement of fractions, decimals and mixed numbers on the number line.