Let’s think about this step by step.
We have two columns:
Ruler and
Yardstick.
A ruler is used to measure small things — like paper, pencils, or toys.
A yardstick is longer and used for bigger things — like furniture, rooms, or playground equipment.
Now let’s look at each item one by one:
1.
Paperclip – very small → use a
ruler
2.
Slide (playground) – big, tall → use a
yardstick
3.
Desk – medium to large → use a
yardstick
4.
Crayon – small → use a
ruler
5.
Sandwich – small → use a
ruler
6.
Pencil – small → use a
ruler
7.
Tent – big → use a
yardstick
8.
Doghouse – medium/big → use a
yardstick
9.
Lamp – small to medium → but usually measured with a
ruler (it fits on a desk)
10.
Branch with leaves – could be long → if it’s over 12 inches, use
yardstick, but since it’s drawn small, maybe ruler? Wait — branches can be long. Let’s say
yardstick to be safe.
11.
Pliers – tool, small → use a
ruler
12.
Magic wand – looks short → use a
ruler
Wait — let’s double-check the branch. In real life, branches can be long, but in this drawing, it’s not huge. But compared to a pencil or crayon, it might be longer. Since we’re choosing between ruler (up to 12 inches) and yardstick (3 feet), if something is likely longer than a foot, pick yardstick.
Actually, let’s go back to basics:
✔ Ruler = small items (under 12 inches)
✔ Yardstick = larger items (over 12 inches)
So:
- Paperclip → ruler
- Slide → yardstick
- Desk → yardstick
- Crayon → ruler
- Sandwich → ruler
- Pencil → ruler
- Tent → yardstick
- Doghouse → yardstick
- Lamp → ruler (most table lamps are under 12 inches tall)
- Branch → depends, but often longer than 12 inches → yardstick
- Pliers → ruler
- Magic wand → ruler (usually around 12 inches or less)
Final grouping:
Ruler:
Paperclip, Crayon, Sandwich, Pencil, Lamp, Pliers, Magic wand
Yardstick:
Slide, Desk, Tent, Doghouse, Branch
That’s 7 for ruler, 5 for yardstick — matches the 12 items.
Final Answer:
Ruler: paperclip, crayon, sandwich, pencil, lamp, pliers, magic wand
Yardstick: slide, desk, tent, doghouse, branch
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of second grade math measurement worksheet.
