MAFS.K.MD.1.1: Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.

Cognitive Complexity Level: 1-Recall

[divider] [/divider] Students are able to… 

  • Use precise vocabulary such as taller, longer, shorter, heavier, lighter, holds more/less
  • Describe measurable attributes of length, height, weight, and capacity
  • Align endpoints of two objects to determine which is shorter or longer/taller

[divider] [/divider] Students are able to…because teachers:

  • Model precise vocabulary such as taller, longer, shorter, heavier, lighter, holds more/less
  • Provide opportunities to observe, handle, and discuss various objects in real-world contexts
  • Lift vocabulary further by asking students to explain multiple attributes of a single object

 [divider] [/divider] Questions to ask students:

  • What can  you tell me about your object?
  • Is it taller or shorter than ____?
  • Does it matter if two objects don’t start at the same place?
  • How do you know it’s _____?
  • What objects can you find that are _____ than the pencil?

 

[divider] [/divider] Additional Resources:

Additional in depth content knowledge

[divider] [/divider] Sample Formative Assessment Tasks:

Circle the giraffe whose height is being measured.  What else can you tell me about the giraffe?

 

[divider] [/divider] Resources/Tasks to Support Your Child at Home:

  • Have your child trace their foot with chalk on the sidewalk. Then trace a friend’s foot. Have the child compare, which foot is longer? Which foot is shorter?
  • Have your child compare their height with your height. Who is taller? Who is shorter?

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