Learning

Measure things with a string

Age range: 4–6 years

Duration
15 min
Location
At home
Category
Learning
Type
Activity

How to try it

Cut a length of string, then hold it against objects around the house to see which are longer and which are shorter. Cut a new piece to match something that interests your child.

Materials

  • String
  • Scissors (adult only)
  • Objects to measure

Safety note

An adult cuts the string and stays with your child while they use it. Keep string away from necks, and put the string away afterwards.

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Why it matters

Using a string as a ruler shows what measuring is for before numbers come into it.

Benefit

Measuring

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