Measuring Lengths: Inches, Feet, and Yards

Mrs. Schneider teaches a lesson on measuring lengths using inches, feet, and yards. She explains the size of each unit with relatable examples, such as a thumb for an inch and a toddler for a yard. The lesson includes interactive activities to help students practice measuring with their body parts and choosing the right tools for different objects. Students also learn to estimate lengths and understand the importance of selecting appropriate measurement tools.

What is the length of a foot compared to a child's arm?

• From the elbow to the wrist

• From the wrist to the fingertips

• From the shoulder to the fingertips

• From the elbow to the fingertips

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

How many inches are there in a yard?

• 48 inches

• 36 inches

• 24 inches

• 12 inches

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How long is a standard school ruler?

• 6 inches

• 12 inches

• 1 yard

• 1 foot

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When measuring with a ruler, where should you align the object?

• At the first line or zero mark

• Anywhere on the ruler

• In the middle of the ruler

• At the edge of the ruler

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

If an object is between two numbers on a ruler, and past the halfway mark, what should you do?

• Round down to the lower number

• Round up to the next number

• Measure again

• Choose the lower number

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

Which tool is best for measuring the circumference of a garbage can?

• None of the above

• Soft tape measure

• Yardstick

• Ruler

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What measurement unit would you use for the length of a baseball bat?

• Centimeters

• Yards

• Inches

• Feet

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What is the approximate height of a second grader?

• Four inches

• Four feet

• Four yards

• Two feet

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

What is the best estimate for the height of a basketball hoop?

• 3 yards

• 3 feet

• 3 inches

• 6 feet

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

How would you estimate the length of a bus?

• 9 inches

• 9 feet

• 9 yards

• 12 yards

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