2.MD.1: Measuring Length

Challenge Worksheet
I can measure the length of an object using appropriate tools.

Problem 1

Sarah measured her desk with paper clips and got 12 paper clips. Tom measured the same desk with blocks and got 8 blocks. Explain why they got different numbers.

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Problem 2

Sarah measured her desk with paper clips and got 12 paper clips. Tom measured the same desk with blocks and got 8 blocks. Explain why they got different numbers.

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Problem 3

Sarah measured her desk with paper clips and got 12 paper clips. Tom measured the same desk with blocks and got 8 blocks. Explain why they got different numbers.

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Problem 4

Measure both a folder and a notebook using the same unit. Which is longer? How much longer?

folder: _____ units

notebook: _____ units

Difference: _____ units

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Problem 5

Measure both a folder and a binder using the same unit. Which is longer? How much longer?

folder: _____ units

binder: _____ units

Difference: _____ units

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Problem 6

Measure both a pencil box and a tablet using the same unit. Which is longer? How much longer?

pencil box: _____ units

tablet: _____ units

Difference: _____ units

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Problem 7

Create your own measuring tool using objects in the classroom. Measure 3 different items and record your results. Explain why your measuring tool works.

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Problem 8

Create your own measuring tool using objects in the classroom. Measure 3 different items and record your results. Explain why your measuring tool works.

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Problem 9

Create your own measuring tool using objects in the classroom. Measure 3 different items and record your results. Explain why your measuring tool works.

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Problem 10

Create your own measuring tool using objects in the classroom. Measure 3 different items and record your results. Explain why your measuring tool works.