Lesson 21-6 PROBLEM SOLVING SKILL: READING FOR MATH
Footprints
Jon and Tina make footprints. "I can measure the footprints with my tape measure," says Mom. Jon's footprint is 5 inches long. Tina's footprint is 7 inches long.
Predict Outcomes
5.
How much longer is Tina's footprint? _______ inches
6.
Mom measures her footprint. It is 8 inches long. Mom's footprint is _______ inches longer than Jon's.
7.
Do you think Dad's footprint would be longer or shorter than Jon's? ________
8.
What do you think Tina and Jon might measure next? _______
Your child predicted outcomes to answer questions.
Activity: Show your child two items from around the house and have him or her predict which is longer or taller. Then ask your child to measure the items with a ruler or a piece of string to determine which truly is longer or taller.