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Length: Measure the lengths of objects using uniform informal units
Select appropriate uniform informal units to measure lengths and distances
Record lengths and distances by referring to the number and type of unit used
Use a single informal unit repeatedly (iteratively) to measure length
Length: Compare and order lengths, using appropriate uniform informal units
Make and use a tape measure calibrated in uniform informal units
Outdoor playing area
Marker cones
Balls
Distribute one ball per pair.
Use 2 markers to establish a ‘gate’ that the ball has to pass through.
Players are equidistant from a marker.
A cooperative game in which a ball is thrown between two players. If the ball reaches the catcher on the full, both the catcher and the thrower step back. If it is dropped, both take a step forward. The winning pair is the one that has retreated the furthest. One or more pairs.
Pairs throw the ball to each other.
Each time the ball is thrown and caught, the players take a step back.
Each time the ball is thrown and dropped, the player take a step forwards.
After a certain playing time, students estimate the distance between them and their partner. Confirm by measuring using either formal or informal units.
Order all throwing distances from smallest to largest.
Players stop after they drop the ball and estimate and measure. Play again to beat the distance.
Vary the type of throw, left or right hand, vary the ball.