Measurement Mania

Elementary schoolers practice measuring a soap bubble print. They follow a recipe to make a soap bubble solution. Pupils use the soapy solution to blow large bubbles with a plastic drinking straw until they pop leaving behind a circular...

Second graders observe and demonstrate how to measure different objects. They listen to the book "Corduroy," and measure different aspects of a teddy bear, discuss how to measure using a variety of units of measurement, and complete a...

Second graders turn into measuring maniacs with this activity! With real world objects, 2nd graders practice measuring accurately to the nearest inch and centimeter. After a lecture/demo, students practice with a worksheet imbedded in...

Second graders practice making measurements. In this measurement lesson, 2nd graders read Measuring Penny. Students then measure classroom objects using unique measuring tools. Students also create an aluminum foil animal and write...

Second graders explore linear measurement. In this measurement lesson, 2nd graders use paper clips to measure paper strips. Students listen to the book How Big is a Foot? by Rolf Myller. Students practice proper measuring techniques with...

Second graders develop their measurement skills. For this measurement lesson, 2nd graders measure the width and length of objects to the nearest inches and centimeters.

Second graders work with measurement. In this measurement lesson plan, 2nd graders draw square house plans using grid paper. Students use the grids to draw a larger scale model of the house on blacktop.

Second graders demonstrate understanding of an inch, foot, and a yard. They use a yardstick, follow written directions, and work with a partner to draw a house on the school blacktop as part of a class neighborhood.