Tickle Melons

Help students associate comparison symbols with comparison math terms.

Help students deconstruct word problems step by step using a math mat. Laminate them for repeated use.

Help students learn how to use comparison terms: shorter, longer, taller, with this fun activity. Students have a partner measure their height using a piece of yarn, while lying on the floor. With the cut piece of yarn students explore the classroom and compare their yarn/height with objects in the room. When they are finished, they can glue down their yarn on the second page to estimate their actual height. *Note: Teachers should demonstrate how to cut a piece of yarn to a students height be