We have just completed our math unit on measurement. The children explored measurement using standard (rulers, measuring tapes, scales) and non-standard units (their hands, cubes, blocks, etc.) to calculate length, height, width, capacity, weight etc.
Length
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| counting unifix cubes one by one to measure the lengths of the sides of our message board |
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| measuring the length of our light mat using a measuring tape, as well as glass stones |
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| comparing and ordering the lengths of pencils |
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measuring the distance from one end of the classroom to the other by holding hands
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Measuring the distance from the toy shelves to the sand box lying end to end
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comparing and ordering the lengths and widths of paintbrushes
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Width
Height
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| a realization that the green tower was built taller than the blue tower |
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comparing height using unifix cubes to measure our bodies
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Measuring the height of the door frame takes a great deal of teamwork!
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Capacity
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| comparing the capacity of three-dimensional shapes at the water table |
Area
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| comparing the areas of paper using cork |
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| comparing the area of paper using cubes |
Weight
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Measuring and comparing weight
How many pieces of wood will it take to balance the scale? |
At Home: Help your child measure common household items (e.g. furniture, books, pillows) using their hands, blocks, straws, etc. This is also a great way to measure distance. How may steps does it take to get from the elevator to your apartment door?
