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Nonstandard Measurement

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Students find a partner with the same finger, arm and foot span as they have.  In this nonstandard measurement lesson, students compare the length of their index finger, arm and feet.  Students who don't match anyone find the closest person.

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Grade
K - 2nd
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Math
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