Fishy Lengths - Which fish is right for my aquarium?

Students explore lengths of fish to determine if fish are too long to fit in different sized aquariums. Students will use non-standard units and measuring tools to compare the lengths of fish and boxes without being able to directly hold the fish near the boxes.

Resource ID#: 39103 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics

Grade Level(s): K

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector

Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: Length, measurement, linear measurement, tools, non-standard units, problem-solving

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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