Summary
Math Antics introduces Roman numerals and how letters like I, V, X, L and C stand for numbers. A clear, animated 12-minute lesson you can drop straight into a grades 3-5 math block -- pause-friendly, with worked examples on screen.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
A few questions to talk through after watching “Roman Numerals.”
- What numbers do the letters I, V and X stand for?
- How do you know when to add or subtract Roman numeral values?
- Where do you still see Roman numerals today?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: Roman numeral, symbol, value, I, V, X, L, C.
Try it: Write your age and the current year in Roman numerals.