LETS MEASURE TOGETHER!

WHAT IS MEASURMENT?

• Measurement means finding out how long, big, or tall an object is.
• We measure at home, in class, and all around!

WHY DO WE MEASURE?

• To make sure it fits correctly
• To compare things
• To solve problems
• Example: Will this folder fit in my bookbag?

SOME UNITS WE MEASURE IN

• 1) inches
• 2) centimeters
• Each help us measure different items

TOOLS WE USE TO MEASURE

• Rulers
• Measuring tapes
• Yardsticks

HOW TO MEASURE

• First start at 0
• Second line the 0 up with what you are measuring
• Last read the number at the end of where you measured the object

Ways we can measure anywhere
Examples
- measuring height
- cooking food
-building a house or a cabinet
Measuring can help in everyday life!
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QUESTIONS FOR YOU

• What did I measure!
• What tool did I use?
• Why is measurement important to learn?