Lesson Plan
Units of measurement - Measure using an inch ruler
Second (2) - Math
LEARNING TARGET
- Students will be able to measure objects to the nearest inch and half inch using a standard ruler.
- Students will be able to identify and differentiate between inches and half inches.
LEARNING PROGRESSION
PREREQUISITE SKILL
Measurement - null
EXTENSION SKILL
Units of measurement - null
DURATION
- Introduction (5 minutes)
- Instruction (15 minutes)
- Guided Practice (15 minutes)
- Misconception Review (5 minutes)
- Independent Practice (15 minutes)
- Exit Card Formative Assessment (5 minutes)
MATERIALS
- Rulers (one for each student)
- Objects of varying sizes for measuring (e.g. pencils, books, paperclips)
- Measuring worksheet
VOCABULARY
- Inch
- Half inch
TEACHING RESOURCES
CENTERS & TASK CARDS
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IEP GOAL WORKBOOKS
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WORKSHEET PACK
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5 AND 1 INTERVENTIONS
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GAMES
Games can be used as a reward, as an introduction to a concept, or for independent practice.
ACTIVITIES
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LESSON INSTRUCTION
INTRODUCTION
- Show students a ruler and explain that we use rulers to measure the length of objects.
- Review the concept of inches and half inches, and how they are represented on a ruler.
INSTRUCTION
- Demonstrate how to use a ruler to measure an object to the nearest inch and half inch.
- Use an example object and model the process of measuring from the 0 mark to the appropriate line on the ruler.
- Point out the difference between the whole inches and the half inches on the ruler.
GUIDED PRACTICE
- Provide each student with a ruler and an object to measure.
- Circulate and assist as needed, ensuring students are measuring to the correct increment.
- Once students have measured their object to the nearest inch and half inch, have them record their measurements on the worksheet.
INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
- Provide each student with a worksheet containing several objects to measure to the nearest inch and half inch.
- Allow students to work at their own pace and provide assistance as needed.
HOMEWORK
- Have students verbally share one thing they learned about measuring to the nearest inch and half inch.
EXIT TICKET
- Have students verbally share one thing they learned about measuring to the nearest inch and half inch.
ASSESSMENT
Summative assessment evaluates student learning at the end of a large lesson or unit. Summative assessments are the end progress monitoring point in data collection.
CLOSURE
- Review the concept of measuring to the nearest inch and half inch, and remind students of the importance of accurate measurements.
EXTENSION
- For advanced students, challenge them to measure objects to the nearest quarter inch or eighth inch.
- Have students work in pairs to measure and compare the lengths of different objects.
INTERVENTION
- Provide additional practice opportunities for students who may struggle with measuring to the nearest inch and half inch.
- Consider using tactile or visual aids to assist students who may have difficulty with fine motor skills or visual impairments.
VIDEOS
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TEACHING TIPS
Provide visual aids, such as large rulers or pictures of rulers, to assist students who may struggle with fine motor skills or visual impairments.
STUDENT MISCONCEPTIONS
Students may struggle with correctly identifying the increments on the ruler. Emphasize the difference between the whole inches and half inches, and provide additional practice if needed.
Students may also confuse the concept of inches and centimeters. Remind students that inches are a measurement of length commonly used in the United States, while centimeters are used in other parts of the world.
STANDARD
Common Core Standard:
2.MD.A.1 - Measure the length of an object by selecting and using appropriate tools such as rulers, yardsticks, meter sticks, and measuring tapes.