3.12Introducing Yards

3.12 Introducing Yards

We have been studying inches and feet. What are some other units that we could use to measure larger lengths?

How long is one yard?

3.12 Introducing Yards

How long do you think this is?

Why do you start at zero when measuring objects?

How many feet are in one yard?

How many inches are in one yard?

3.12 Introducing Yards

Identify objects in the classroom that look to be about 1 yard.

Then using a yard stick, check your estimates.

3.12 Introducing Yards

Yardsticks are helpful for measuring objects that are about one to two yards long, but they are not so helpful for measuring longer distances. Raise your hand if you know a measuring tool that could be used to measure the width of the classroom.

Math GroupsRotation Time

MatchingTeacherp. 78-79

Fluency+/- Slide

1 PINK YELLOW ORANGE

2 ORANGE PINK YELLOW

3 YELLOW ORANGE PINK

Reflection

When would you measure with yards and not feet and inches?

When would you measure with feet and inches and not yards?

12 inches is the same as____

3 feet is the same as ___

_____ inches is the same as 1 yard