How to explain write digits given words - up to 1,000 in read & write numbers to your child: Example question
30 October 2026
If your child is learning to write numbers in digits from words, it helps to break the process into clear steps. This approach is especially useful for numbers up to 1,000, as used in 11+ maths preparation.
Example question
Write the number 'seven hundred and twenty-four' in digits.
Step 1: Find the hundreds. 'Seven hundred' means 7 in the hundreds place.
Step 2: Find the tens and ones. 'Twenty-four' means 2 tens and 4 ones.
Step 3: Put the digits in order: hundreds, tens, ones.
The correct answer is 724.
| Hundreds | Tens | Ones |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2 | 4 |
After seeing this example, your child will be able to spot the hundreds, tens and ones in a number written in words. The next step is to practise with similar questions, building confidence with writing digits up to 1,000.
