Last week we visited the topic of measuring in our room. We will continue this topic over the next week and a half to two weeks. In kindergarten we do not have to use rulers (standard measurement tools), we can use blocks, sticks or other objects (non-standard measurement tools). Students should be able to identify is something is shorter, longer, or the same in terms of length. For weight they should be able to identify if something is heavier, lighter, or the same. We will be using scales in class next week to go over weight and the kids always love this part of measurements. The class will have tons of hands-on activities, moving around the room, and collaboration with partners. After each activity, we will complete a journal activity that reviews what we just learned. There may be some days that we have an additional worksheet as well. So if you don't see many worksheets go home it is because most of that is held in our journals that will go home at the end of the year.
When measuring items at home, make sure students line up one end of each of their items in order to get an accurate measurement when using non-standard or standard measuring tools. We work on this in class and it is best to have this reinforced at home as well. Below are some videos of our class in action with measuring. I will post an parent instructional video today as well for length.
When measuring items at home, make sure students line up one end of each of their items in order to get an accurate measurement when using non-standard or standard measuring tools. We work on this in class and it is best to have this reinforced at home as well. Below are some videos of our class in action with measuring. I will post an parent instructional video today as well for length.