Estimating Length in Inches and Feet

When measuring an item, where do we line up our ruler?

• at 2

• a 3

• at 1

• at 0

Looking at the image, estimate the length of the ladder.

• 10 centimeters

• 10 inches

• 10 feet

• 100 yards

Lastly, about how tall is Ms. Corey?

• 12 feet

• 6 ft

• 3 inches

• 30 centimeters

Measure using inches

• 3 in.

• 3  ½ in.

• 3 ¼ in.

• 3  ¾ in.

About how long is a football?

• 2 feet

• 1 inch

• 1 yard

• 11 inches

About how tall would this candle be?

• 8 inches

• 1 foot

• 3 inches

• 1 mile

Estimate how long a ladybug is.

• 1 foot

• less than 1 inch

• 3 inches

About how tall is a refrigerator?

• 1 foot

• 12 inches

• 6 feet

• 4 yards

Estimate the length of a key. 

• 4 ft. 

• 4 in. 

What tools can be used to measure length?

• A ruler

• A spoon

• A meter tape

• A car