Lesson Plan
Shape Size Safari Lesson Plan
Students will learn to measure the sides of various shapes using non-standard units (unit cubes and paper clips) and accurately record their findings on a worksheet.
This lesson builds foundational measurement skills and spatial awareness, makes abstract math concepts tangible, and supports IEP learners with hands-on engagement.
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Materials
Prep
Setup and Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Goal Setting
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Measurement Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Student Measurement Stations
10 minutes
Step 4
Review and Reflect
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Shape Size Safari
Meet the Shapes
Our Measurement Tools
Modeling Measurement
Guided Practice
Station Rotations
Reflection
Worksheet
Worksheet
