Measuring Activity Ideas

Although the PBS kids show "Sid the Science Kid" episode "Ruler of Thumb" might be slightly childish, the show gives GREAT examples of how to teach about standard and non-standard measurement, with ideas appropriate for young and older students.

Standard measurement is when we use rulers, and non-standard measurement is when you use your "hands" (like for measuring horses) or paces. It's called "non-standard" because not everyone's hands are the same size.

Check out THIS ARTICLE from our Egghead on how to teach third graders about measurement.