Goal:
Goal:
Goal: Measure using a ruler, yardstick, and measuring tape.
Let’s practice measuring! You will need string, scissors, a ruler, a yardstick, and a measuring tape.
Let’s use the ruler to measure out 10 inches of string. Place the end of the string next to the 0 in. on the ruler. Use the scissors to cut the string next to the 10 in. on the ruler.
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Great job! Your string is 10 inches long!
Now, let’s use the yardstick to measure out 2 feet of string. Remember, 1 foot is made up of 12 inches. Do not forget to place the end of the string next to the 0 in. on the yardstick!
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Nice work! This string is 2 feet long. That is the same as 24 inches because 12 + 12 = 24.
Can you use the measuring tape to measure out 1 yard? Remember, 1 yard is made up of 3 feet, or 36 inches.
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Good work! 1 yard is the same as 3 feet or 36 inches because 12 + 12 + 12 = 36.
You did it! You cut three different lengths of string using a ruler, yardstick, and measuring tape.
Which piece of string is 22 inches long?
That is not right. Look for the string that begins at 0 in. and ends at 22 in.
That is not right. Look for the string that begins at 0 in. and ends at 22 in.
Yes! This string is 22 inches long. It begins at 0 in. and ends at 22 in.
You got # out of # correct.
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Inches, Feet, and Yards