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Measuring Length - Worksheet 5 - 1st Grade

Medium

Measure objects using non-standard units (Medium)

12 problems · 15-20 minutes · Skills: measurement, counting

About This Worksheet

This medium-level worksheet contains 12 problems designed for 1st Grade students practicing measuring length. Medium worksheets introduce larger numbers and varied question formats to deepen understanding and build fluency.

Measuring with non-standard units builds conceptual understanding of measurement before transitioning to inches and centimeters.

How to Solve: Worked Example

Example Problem: The book is ___ paper clips long.
Solution Steps:
  1. Place paper clips along the length of the book.
  2. Line them up end to end with no gaps.
  3. Count: 7 paper clips.
Answer: 7
Tip: Use objects that are all the same size for measuring — that way your measurement is accurate.
1
The book is ___ paper clips long.
2
The pencil is ___ paper clips long.
3
The book is ___ paper clips long.
4
The pencil is ___ paper clips long.
5
The eraser is ___ paper clips long.
6
The book is ___ paper clips long.
7
The ribbon is ___ paper clips long.
8
The ribbon is ___ paper clips long.
9
The ribbon is ___ paper clips long.
10
The ribbon is ___ paper clips long.
11
The ribbon is ___ paper clips long.
12
The eraser is ___ paper clips long.

Answer Key

1. 52. 53. 34. 105. 76. 97. 58. 89. 1010. 711. 912. 7

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