Same Lengths, Different Names

Students measure lengths to the nearest inch, half inch, and quarter inch and use equivalent fractions to record length measurements.

By Amplify Classroom

3rd Grade

Math

Today’s Goals • Use equivalent fractions to describe length measurements. • Measure length to the nearest quarter and half inch using a standard ruler. • Language Goal: Compare the precision of length measurements in whole, half, and quarter inches. (Speaking and Listening) Materials Manipulative Kit: rulers