Let's solve each question on the
"Measuring Length and Height Using Non-Standard Units Worksheet" step by step.
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1. How many cubes long is the crocodile?
- The crocodile is placed next to a row of red and yellow cubes.
- Count the number of cubes in the row:
- There are
8 cubes (alternating red and yellow).
✔ Answer: 8 cubes
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2. How many cubes tall is the hippo?
- A stack of red and yellow cubes is placed beside the hippo to measure its height.
- Count the cubes in the stack:
- There are
6 cubes in the stack.
✔ Answer: 6 cubes
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3. How many lolly sticks long is the desk?
- The desk has
4 lolly sticks placed above it, aligned with its length.
- They span the full length of the desk.
✔ Answer: 4 lolly sticks
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4. How many lolly sticks tall is the bucket?
- One lolly stick is shown next to the bucket for comparison.
- The bucket is
taller than one lolly stick, but we need to estimate how many lolly sticks high it is.
- Looking at the image, the bucket appears to be about
3 times the height of one lolly stick.
✔ Answer: 3 lolly sticks
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5. How many blocks long is the desk?
- The desk has green and yellow blocks placed along its surface.
- Count the number of blocks:
- There are
7 blocks in total.
✔ Answer: 7 blocks
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6. How many blocks tall is the teddy?
- A stack of green and yellow blocks is shown next to the teddy bear.
- Compare the height of the teddy to the block stack.
- The teddy bear is
about the same height as the stack.
- Count the blocks in the stack:
- There are
5 blocks.
✔ Answer: 5 blocks
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
8 cubes
2.
6 cubes
3.
4 lolly sticks
4.
3 lolly sticks
5.
7 blocks
6.
5 blocks
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This worksheet teaches
non-standard measurement, where students use everyday objects (like cubes, lolly sticks, or blocks) to measure length and height instead of rulers. It helps develop estimation and comparison skills in early math education.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of measurement with nonstandard units worksheet.
