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The Number Chart Question block creates interactive number grid activities where learners fill in missing numbers, color target cells, identify patterns, or continue sequences. It builds on the Number Chart display block by adding assessable interactions.
Number Chart Questions support four answer modes: fill in the blanks, color targets, identify a pattern, and continue a pattern.

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When to use Number Chart Questions

Number Chart Questions work well for:
  • Filling in missing numbers on a hundreds chart
  • Coloring cells that match a specific rule (e.g., multiples of 5)
  • Identifying and selecting a number pattern
  • Extending a pattern by filling in the next numbers in a sequence
  • Practicing counting forwards and backwards

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Settings

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Chart settings

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Rows
slider
default:"10"
The number of rows in the chart (1 to 20).
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Columns
slider
default:"10"
The number of columns in the chart (1 to 20).
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Start number
input
default:"1"
The first number in the chart sequence.
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Step
input
default:"1"
The increment between consecutive numbers (-50 to 50).
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Direction
select
default:"Left to right"
The order in which numbers flow through the grid:
  • Left to right: Numbers read left to right on every row
  • Snake: Numbers alternate direction on each row
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Cell size
select
default:"Medium"
The size of each cell:
  • Small: Compact cells
  • Medium: Standard cells
  • Large: Larger cells for younger learners

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Answer and marking

Set the correct answer using one of four modes:
  • Fill in: Specific cells are hidden and learners must type the correct numbers
  • Color: Learners must color the correct cells on the chart
  • Identify pattern: Learners select cells that match a given pattern
  • Continue pattern: Some pattern cells are shown, and learners must fill in the next ones

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Response settings

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Response requirement
select
default:"Correct"
Determines when the question is considered complete:
  • Correct: The learner must answer correctly to proceed.
  • Answered: Any response is accepted; correctness isn’t required.
  • Optional: The learner can skip the question entirely.
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Max responses
slider
default:"0"
The number of attempts the learner can make before the question is locked (0–3). Set to 0 for unlimited attempts.
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XP points
slider
default:"5"
The experience points awarded for answering the question correctly (0–10).

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Tips for teachers and parents

Best practices:
  • Use Fill in mode for number recognition and counting practice
  • Color mode is great for skip counting (e.g., “Color all the multiples of 3”)
  • Start with small grids for younger learners and increase size as they gain confidence
  • Highlight some cells as a scaffold before asking learners to find the rest of the pattern
  • Use custom start numbers and steps for working beyond the standard 1-100 range