Measuring Activities | Using a Ruler to Measure Lines and Shapes (Grades K–3)

Make teaching measurement fun and hands-on with this engaging set of ruler measurement activities! Designed for Grades K to 3, this resource helps students practice measuring everyday objects, lines, and shapes using both printable rulers and the real rulers they have in class.

Students will learn how to measure to the nearest centimeter, compare lengths, and record their findings all while building essential math skills in a simple, visual, and interactive way.

Whats Included:

• Printable ruler
• Cut-and-use colorful rulers (multiple styles)
• Worksheets for measuring objects such as pencils, flowers, bottles, and more
• Activities for comparing lengths
• Practice pages for measuring lines and shapes
• Easy-to-use recording sheets
• Clear visuals for independent student work

Skills Covered:

• Measuring objects to the nearest centimeter

• Understanding length and comparing measurements

• Using nonstandard and standard units

• Following step-by-step measurement tasks

• Recording and checking answers independently
  Perfect For:

• Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade

• Math centers

• Small-group instruction

• Independent work

• Homework

• Early finishers

• Hands-on learning activities

Simple Print-and-Go!

Just print the pages you need, hand out the rulers, and let your students start measuring right away. No prep required!

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

This set includes ready-made visual rulers AND measuring practice worksheets, making it perfect for introducing measurement or reinforcing skills. Clear images, kid-friendly design, and error-free templates make this an easy addition to any math unit.