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Here's a cute art project to revisit measurement during Christmas. Students can cut strips of paper in specific lengths to create a tree. It tests their measuring for accuracy and gives them something hands on and fun.

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We used your idea, Mr. Castillion, to implement a contest in our classroom for estimation. The kids loved it! It was a nice change from the usual beans.

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Although estimation and measurement is CCSS for 2nd grade, my 3rd graders also love to read this book and guess how many candy corn are in a giant jar. It can be tied in to reading, math, and the fall season and holidays.

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I read this book to my classroom after Martin Luther King Jr. Day when we're beginning to learn about estimation and measurement. Students love to read about others who are learning about the same things that they are. The story also gives great advice on estimating strategies.

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My students love to see how tall they are and compare themselves to others. This is a great way to make their learning meaningful and fun. It's also a great visual for reference to height later in the measurement unit.

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I also read the story "Lucky Beans" to my class. I provide a large amount of beans to count and estimate how many cups fill a larger container. It's a great hands on activity for younger students learning to estimate visually and methodically.