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Paperclip Ruler

Measure classroom objects with paperclips, cubes or shoes; compare results and discover why same-size units matter.

Play style: Lab
Module: Measuring Length: Order objects by length; measure with same-size units
Grade: Grade 1 · Math
Standards: 1.MD.A

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