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By the end of this lesson, students will:

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By the end of this lesson, students will:

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- Compare and order objects by length, height, and width using non-standard units
- Use everyday objects as measuring tools
- Explain why we need measurement in daily life

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Measurement strand: Understanding that objects have attributes that can be measured using non-standard units helps us make sense of the world around us.

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Ask students: 'How do we know if something is long or short? How can we measure things without a ruler?'

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Demonstrate measuring classroom objects using paper clips, pencils, and hand spans. Model how to line up units carefully without gaps.

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Guided Practice: Measuring Station Rotation (20 mins)

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Guided Practice: Measuring Station Rotation (20 mins)

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Students work in small groups using Padlet to document measurements of various objects using different non-standard units. Rotate through 3 stations: measuring with paper clips, cubes, and hand spans.

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Independent Practice: Scavenger Hunt (15 mins)

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Independent Practice: Scavenger Hunt (15 mins)

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Students find and measure 3 items in the classroom using their favorite non-standard unit. Record findings in their math journal.

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Challenge students to find two objects of equal length using different non-standard units. Why might the number of units be different?

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Introduction to Nonstandard Measurement for Kids: Using Paper Clips to Measure

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Interactive online measurement game for additional practice

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1st grade math games for free. Addition, subtraction, place value, and logic games that boost first grade math skills.

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Observe students during station rotations: Are they measuring accurately? Can they explain their measuring process?

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Use think-pair-share to discuss: Which non-standard unit was easiest to use? Why?

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Students use Padlet to post photos of something shorter than their pencil and something longer than their pencil, with measurements.

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What did we learn about measurement today? When might we need to measure things in our daily lives?

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Draw and measure something from your desk using two different non-standard units. Which unit worked better? Why?

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Find 3 things in your home that are longer than your hand span and 3 things that are shorter. Draw and label them in your math journal.

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With a family member, measure the length of your dining table using different parts of your body (hand spans, foot lengths). Compare your measurements with each other.