Oh no, I forgot to bring my ruler. How will I ever figure out how wide the bookshelf is and will it fit in the space I need it to go in? I have an idea. Maybe if I use my arm from my wrist to my elbow I can measure the space and the bookshelf.
It is important to learn to use alternate forms of measurement. Most of us have fingers, whole hands, arms, and feet. Please take a few moments to measure some items at home and bring the information to class to share.
Here is a suggested list of things to measure. Use your hand, arm, or feet (if appropriate). What can you measure that is not on the list? Please post your findings as a comment and include other objects that you measured (example: refrigerator = 2 arms).
1. Refrigerator
2. Window
3. Your bed
4. Bathtub
5. Door
6. A table
7. TV
8. Sofa
9. Path from door to your bedroom.
Here are some fun measurement games to play.
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