Summary
A math lesson on measurement by direct comparison. Children line objects up and compare them to decide which is longer or shorter, taller or heavier — the foundation of measuring.
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
After watching “Measure by Comparing” together:
- How can you tell which of two pencils is longer?
- Why do we line objects up at the same starting point when we compare?
- What are some words we use to compare size?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: measure, compare, longer, shorter, taller
Find two objects near you. Line them up and tell which is longer and which is shorter.