Measuring Real Life Objects

Introduction/Instructions for Page

Hello, Math Wonders!

Let’s review the ruler and how to measure using the ruler. Remember, a ruler measures in inches or centimeters, depending on which side you are using to measure. Today, we are going to measure using the inches and centimeters. Take a look at the ruler poster and then complete the measuring assignment using the ruler.

Steps to Complete the Assignment:

Image Hotspot: Ruler Hotspot
Complete the Interactive Activity: Shortest to Longest Measurement Sort

Measuring Real Life Objects

Video/Visual

Look at the ruler hotpot image. Click on the icons to learn more.

Measurement from Shortest to Longest

Interactive

Now you are going to practice measuring using the ruler. Before you complete the assignment. Use your ruler and measure objects that you have around you. You can measure your math journal, pencil, piece of paper and other objects. Measure the objects in both inches and centimeters.

Complete the Interactive Activity: Shortest to Longest Measurement Sort

Make a list of the objects you measure in your math journal.
Then decide which object you measured was the longest and which was the shortest object.

⚠️Think about the object in real life and sort from the shortest to the longest

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