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What topic	Measurement
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Lesson Plan: Measurement in Mathematics

Grade Level: 1

Duration: 30 Minutes

Subject: Mathematics

Topic: Measurement

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Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Understand the concept of measurement.
• Compare objects based on length and height using non-standard units (e.g., blocks, hand spans).
• Use simple vocabulary related to measurement (longer, shorter, taller, shorter).

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Materials Needed

• Non-standard measuring units (e.g., linking cubes, paper clips, and hand spans)
• Various classroom objects (pencils, books, crayons, etc.)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Measurement worksheets for practice and homework

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Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Begin the lesson by engaging students in a discussion about measurement.
2. Ask questions to prompt thinking:
   • "What do you think measuring means?"
   • "How can we tell which objects are longer or taller?"
3. Introduce some vocabulary related to measurement (longer, shorter, taller).

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Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

1. Explain Measurement: Describe measurement as comparing the size of objects using standard or non-standard units.
2. Demonstrate with Non-Standard Units:
   • Show how to measure the length of a pencil using linking cubes.
   • Demonstrate measuring height using hand spans.
   • Compare two objects in length and height in front of the class.
3. Vocabulary Use: Reinforce vocabulary by visually comparing two items and asking students to describe their observations.

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Guided Practice (10 minutes)

1. Hands-On Activity:
   • Divide students into small groups and provide each group with non-standard measuring units (linking cubes, paper clips).
   • Assign each group two objects to measure (e.g., a pencil and a crayon).
   • Ask the students to measure the lengths of the objects using their non-standard units and to record their findings.
   • Circulate to assist students and encourage them to use the vocabulary words.

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Independent Practice (5 minutes)

1. Worksheet Activity:
   • Distribute a simple worksheet with illustrations of two objects to measure (a pencil and a book).
   • Ask students to measure both objects using either cubes or paper clips and fill in the lengths they find.

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Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Review Key Takeaways:
   • Summarize what the students learned about measuring length and height using non-standard units.
   • Emphasize the vocabulary words introduced in the lesson.
2. End the lesson by reinforcing how measuring helps us understand the world around us.

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Homework Assignment

Measurement Homework Worksheet
Complete the following tasks at home:

1. Measure the length of your favorite toy using non-standard measuring units (e.g., crayons or your hand span). Record your measurements in the box provided.

   • Length of Toy: ____ (Using [] crayons / [___] hand spans)

2. Find two different objects in your home (e.g., a book and a shoe) and measure them using your non-standard units. Write down which one is longer.

   • Object 1: ____ (Length: [] units)
   • Object 2: ____ (Length: [] units)
   • Which is longer? ____

Answer Key for Homework

1. (Answers will vary based on students' toys, but acceptance of reasonable measurements is expected)

   • Length of Toy: ___ (Using [Number] crayons / [Number] hand spans)

2. (Answers will vary, but students should conclude which object is longer based on their measurements)

   • Object 1: ___ (Length: [Number] units)
   • Object 2: ___ (Length: [Number] units)
   • Which is longer? ____

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Ensure that students understand this homework is a chance to practice measuring at home, reinforcing the lesson learned in class.