Linear Measurements

ByAbigail Dixit January 20, 2017March 21, 2023

When I was in school, I remember memorizing measurement facts but never really quite understanding it. I could measure objects but couldn’t really visualize the difference between measurements units. My son is visual learner like me, so when we started the unit on measurement, I wanted him to give him many visual representation of the concepts.

Here are a few things we did. E measured several objects and recorded the measurements in his notebook. This was also a great way to review fractions as some objects measured in the halves and fourths.

Then to really give him a chance to understand how an inch or 5 inches looked like, we created an anchor chart showing different measurements. E was asked to find something that measures 1 inch or 3 inches. He’d go off with the ruler, find and measure things and place it on the chart.

This is a fun way to get the kids involved and engaged in the lesson.

Abigail Dixit

Abi is passionate about education, and growing curious young minds! She has taught grades K-6 at a number of schools across the country. More recently, she has transitioned to homeschooling her two sons - her biggest challenge yet!