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Students will be able to use number names and counting sequences to measure lengths using hand spans and paper strips, understanding concepts of 'how long' and 'how much'.

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By the end of this lesson, students will: count accurately using hand spans and paper strips, compare different lengths using non-standard units, and use mathematical vocabulary related to measurement.

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Connection to Ghana Educational Service Curriculum

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Connection to Ghana Educational Service Curriculum

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This lesson aligns with the measurement and geometry strand, focusing on developing number sense through practical measurement activities using non-standard units.

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How can we use our hands and paper strips to find out how long things are around our classroom? What numbers do we use when we count how many hand spans something is?

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Teacher demonstrates measuring the classroom door using hand spans while counting aloud. Students observe and discuss what they notice about using hands to measure.

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Teacher shows proper hand span technique: place hand flat, fingers spread, mark where pinky ends, move hand to that spot, count 'one, two, three...' Demonstrate on the chalkboard.

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Measuring Length of Objects using Hand Spans  Measurements  CBSE Class 1 Maths

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Introduce paper strips as another measuring tool. Show how to lay strips end-to-end without gaps or overlaps. Count each strip: 'one strip, two strips, three strips...'

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

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In pairs, students measure their desks using hand spans first, then paper strips. They record their counts and compare results. Teacher circulates to support counting sequences.

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Small Group Activity: Classroom Scavenger Hunt

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Small Group Activity: Classroom Scavenger Hunt

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Groups of 3-4 students measure different classroom objects (books, pencils, chairs) using both methods. Students can use Padlet to share their findings with other groups.

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Measuring Length Scavenger Hunt Worksheet

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Looking for new and interesting ways to teach measurement? Look no further! Measurement activities can be more interesting than repeatedly just measuring height across the classroom, and we wanted to make sure youre measurement activities were just a little bit more interesting.This ‘Measuring Length Scavenger Hunt Worksheet’ is a fantastic way for your Year 3-4 learners to practise their estimating and measuring skills.It has two parts:1) A recap of lengths in centimetres and metres, with some calculations to apply their understanding. 2) A classroom-based scavenger hunt, where the students have to find, estimate and measure objects of different lengths.Within the resource, it also contains the definition of estimation and a quick reminder of ‘how to measure’.Groups or the whole class could use this enjoyable hands-on activity, or it could also be a handy independent task.

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Independent Practice: My Measurement Book

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Independent Practice: My Measurement Book

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Each student creates a simple measurement record by drawing objects they measured and writing the numbers beside them (e.g., 'My pencil is 3 hand spans long').

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Differentiation: Support for Struggling Learners

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Differentiation: Support for Struggling Learners

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Provide number cards 1-10 for students who need counting support. Use shorter objects (erasers, crayons) for easier counting practice.

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Free printable number flashcards for kids, a great way to introduce basic numbers

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Advanced students compare their hand span measurements with classmates. They explore why measurements might be different and discuss which objects are longer or shorter.

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During activities, observe students: Are they counting in sequence? Do they place hand spans correctly? Can they state how many units long an object is? Record observations for each student.

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Listen to student conversations during pair work. Note use of number words, measurement vocabulary, and ability to compare lengths using their counting.

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Individual assessment: Each student measures a pencil case using hand spans and records the number. They explain their process verbally to demonstrate understanding.

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Students show their measurement recordings and explain one measurement they made using number words ('The book is five hand spans long').

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Gather students in a circle. Ask: 'What did we learn about measuring today? What numbers did we use? Which method did you prefer - hand spans or paper strips? Why?'

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Each student completes: 'Today I learned that I can measure things by ___. I used numbers like ___ when I counted. One thing I measured was ___.' Students can submit responses via Padlet for digital collection.

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Review together: We can use hand spans and paper strips to measure how long things are. We count in order (1, 2, 3...) to find out how many units long something is.

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Students measure 3 objects at home using hand spans (with adult help). They draw the objects and write how many hand spans long each one is.

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Compare hand span sizes with family members. Measure the same object (like a spoon) with different family members' hand spans. Discuss why numbers might be different.

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Practice counting sequences 1-20 with a family member. Count objects around the house (toys, books, shoes) to strengthen number sequence skills for future measuring activities.