At the moment in Mathematics we are learning about measurement with unconventional units. We can use blocks, sticks, small toys or any same sized objects to measure the length or width of an object.
Objects to measure
Is this the right way?
From the bottom
In a straight line
Touching each other
Placing carefully
Doing my best
Being accurate
Done!
We learned four rules to help us measure correctly.
- Start right at the end – usually the bottom or the top.
- Lay the measuring units in a straight line.
- Make sure the ends of the objects touch each other.
- Count the number of measuring units carefully and accurately.
What shall I do?
Is this where to start?
Can I go round the curves?
This is right a straight line
Comparing the measuring using curves adn straight lines
Measuring the abacus
Look how tall it is
Mrs B took a group to start measuring too. Here they are using different materials to measure with. Look at the interesting things they are measuring.
The door
Measuring the I Pad
Using counters
The whiteboard
Straight lines
Touching each other
Tomorrow we will go outside and measure some of the things in the playground. We are getting very good at measuring! Please let me try some at home too!
Measuring the game box
I can do it
We are cooperating
Using blocks
This broom is very long
We can measure the step stool
Now we count the blocks we are measuring with