Several bars lie next to a ruler.
You need to find out which one is the longest or the shortest.
Here's how:
1. Read off how far each bar reaches.
2. Compare the numbers with each other.
3. Circle the letter of the bar you are looking for.
The mark shows the solution.
Example
For parents
What does this exercise practice?
Read and compare lengths and confidently use the terms longer, shorter, longest and shortest.
Common pitfalls
Children sometimes only look at the right end without checking whether all bars start at the same point. Check the starting point first, then compare.
How to practice at home
Place three objects side by side and order them by size, then measure them with a ruler.
Related: Measure lengths, Compare sizes, Converting units