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Activity - Name of Activity

Estimating distances

1 hour

Materials/ Resources needed : Sticks, ropes, writing pad, pencil.

1.They should have the ability to measure and document their findings accurately.

The teacher can ask the students to determine the distances of library, principal's room, playground, dining hall, entrance gate from their classroom using various non-standard measuring methods.
The children can decide which method to use - whether foot, sticks or ropes.
The task can be done in groups of 3 children.
Document and compare the results.
Discuss regarding the length of distance.
Reiterate that it is very important to use same measuring modes to facilitate comparisons.

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 ==Process (How to do the activity)==
+#The teacher can ask the students to determine the distances of library, principal's room, playground, dining hall, entrance gate from their classroom using various non-standard measuring methods.<br>
+#The children can decide which method to use - whether foot, sticks or ropes.<br>
+#The task can be done in groups of 3 children.<br>
+#Document and compare the results.<br>
+#Discuss regarding the length of distance.<br>
+#Reiterate that it is very important to use same measuring modes to facilitate comparisons.
 ==Developmental Questions (What discussion questions)==
 ==Evaluation (Questions for assessment of the child)==