Maths Tools
Interactive Number Line
Setup
Build your number line
Lesson pages
Prepare a sequence, then move through it during the lesson.
Curriculum quick startVaried number-line practice for Years 1–6
Core steps2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 10 from varied starts
Challenge20, 30, 40, 50, 80 and 100
↗↘ Both directions◎ Varied starts? Missing values
Replaces these pages with a fresh mix. Create it again for new starting numbers and directions; undo is available immediately.
Based on the National Curriculum for EnglandAdd starts a fresh blank line. Clone makes an exact copy of this page.
Activity
Explore freely or ask pupils to locate a value.
Orientation
Vertical lines are ideal for negative numbers and always increase upwards.
Quick ranges
Start with a useful classroom scale.
Custom range
Choose the endpoint or build a scale by its step.
Increasing scale
Labels
Hide values to turn the scale into a question.
Pointer appearance
Choose a colour, then add or drag pointers on the line.
Tap any tick, then type its valuePress Enter or tap away to keep the typed label.
10 intervals11 tick marks10 per interval