Instructional Video1:50
Teaching Without Frills

Introduction to Nonstandard Measurement for Kids: Using Paper Clips to Measure

K - 5th
In this video, you will learn the rules of non-standard measurement. We will practice measuring a pencil using paper clips as our non-standard unit.
Instructional Video2:11
Curated Video

Comparing Nonstandard Units of Measurement

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to measure an object using different nonstandard units. The student wants to make a scarf for a friend and uses both shoes and pens to measure its length. By comparing the results, the student is...
Instructional Video
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Curious George: Measure Up

Pre-K - 1st Standards
In the video George Measures Up, Curious George needs to measure a tall building for Chef Psighetti. First he uses himself and then realizes he can use a measuring tape instead. As children explore the concepts of measuring, they learn...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Measuring Length: Golden Statue

1st Standards
Demonstrates how to measure the height of a statue head using nonstandard units. [4:07]