Age 7Math20 min
Change activity →Let's Guess the Longer Thing
Bet on which is longer, measure with a tape or footsteps, then write the scores.
Activity steps
Step 1 of 5, Get ready
- Get ready. You will need A tape or footsteps, Paper.
- Step 1. Pick a table and a rug or bed. Each of you guesses the winner.
- Step 2. Measure both with tape or footsteps.
- Step 3. Write both numbers like a scoreboard.
- Step 4. Say which is longer and by about how much. Winner does a silly bow.
Let's get ready!
You'll need
- A tape or footsteps
- Paper
Nothing fancy. Just things you already have at home.
What this builds
- Measuring
- Comparing
- Recording
Try this
Estimate first, then measure a third thing.