Sorting Bolts, Nuts and Washers by size
Children sort the nuts, bolts and washer
by size. Placing them together.
Measurement box with Mat
Place objects in a box that can be measured
by length. )Pencil, bolts, rubber worm, cloths pin and other objects) Have children
measure the objects by placing objects onto the mat above the line of squares. Next have children place
1 inch measuring squares under the object to determine the length of the object. Which one is the longest?
How many inches is the object? (= number of squares)
Lenght Mat
Which is lighter? Which is heavier?
Place objects in a box that can be weighed.
Ask children which is lighter? Which is heavier? Children will be given hands
on experience of beginning measurement concepts. Have the children experiment with lighter, heavier and
balance.
Measuring Liquids
Children will be given hands on experience of measuring and
comparing liquid. Provide containers for children to measure into (gallon, ½ gallon, quart and pint)
mark different measurements onto the containers. Provide the children with measuring spoons and measuring
cups. (nesting cups and measuring cups)
Pocket Chart Math
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I see ____ small
trucks.
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I see____ medium
trucks.
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I see____ large
trucks.