In math we are exploring concepts of measurement. We are concentrating on length. In first grade, our objective is to develop accurate measurement techniques. For example, we must line up our starting points and we must be careful not to leave gaps or have overlaps between units. We will also used a variety of nonstandard measurements to discover that different units of measure will result in different measurements.
We started exploring measurement by just comparing length. We lined up objects in our desk and recorded the longer and shorter. Then, we used the foot cut outs from last week's homework assignment to compare feet measurements. We ordered our family's feet on our desk then we used cubes to find out which feet were the same length. Also, we measured different lines around the classroom with our hands and feet. Our class measurement discussions were fantastic. The students made great connections. They all got really good at accurate and precise measuring.
Here are some great online games to use at home for practice measuring:
Measurement Games
2. Fish Tales
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