Measure it Comparing Lengths Activity
Using this Measure it Comparing Lengths Activity, students measure to determine how much longer one object is than another, expressing the length difference in terms of a standard length unit.
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How to teach Measurement
Using this Measure it Comparing Lengths Activity, students measure to determine how much longer one object is than another, expressing the length difference in terms of a standard length unit.
Being able to measure correctly is an important life skill. This activity gives your students practice measuring to the nearest unit.
Students practice measuring different objects in the classroom and then find the difference in length between the two objects.
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You may introduce the activity by leading a discussion about how to measure an object correctly. Next, create an anchor chart with tips from your students so they have a reference while they work. Then, students work independently or with a partner to complete the activity. As students measure, make sure to monitor and ask questions so that measurements are correct. Once finished, have students practice estimating the length of objects in the classroom.
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