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Short, shorter, shortest WorksheetShort, shorter, shortest Worksheet
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Dorling Kindersley
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Pre-K - K
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Math
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15 mins
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2010
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Short, shorter, shortest

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Supplement your lesson on comparing objects with a short and simple worksheet. Focusing on the words short, shorter, and shortest, children draw and circle pictures to demonstrate their understanding of these terms. As an extension activity, have them draw three objects and label them short, shorter, and shortest. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

superlatives, comparing objects

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superlative adjectives, comparing objects, comparing lengths, math

Pros

  • Clear learning objectives
  • Addresses Common Core State Standards for math
  • Supports all learners

Cons

  • None

Common Core

K.MD.A.2

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