ND State Standard
1.GM.M.1 Measure the length of an object as a whole number of same-size, non-standard units from end to end.
Let's start off by watching the Read Aloud of How Big is a Foot? by using the embedded YouTube video below or using this direct link.
Now, let's answer the following questions:
At one point the characters are asking, “How big is a bed?” How would you describe to someone the size of a bed?
At another point the question arises, “Why was the bed too small for the queen?” Why do you think the bed was too small for the queen?
At the end the bed fits the queen perfectly. Why do you think the bed fit perfectly?
Using your own foot, find 5 objects the room you are in that are 1 "foot" long. Explain what objects you found.
Using your own foot, what objects can you find that are 2 "feet" long? Explain what objects you found.
Using your own foot. Find a friend. About how many "feet" long and how many feet wide would a bed for them have to be?
Suggestion: Use Vocaroo to record your discussion and obtain a link.