Measure Length - Metric Units - 2nd Grade Math

In second grade, students take a step towards using measurement with a formal tool like ruler; building on from first grade, where they measured length by using smaller objects. This worksheet focuses on measuring lengths using a ruler to the nearest centimeter and also on measuring the difference in lengths of two objects using a ruler.

Common Core Alignment

2.MD.1Measure the length of an object by selecting and using appropriate tools such as rulers, yardsticks, meter sticks, and measuring tapes.

2.MD.4Measure to determine how much longer one object is than another, expressing the length difference in terms of a standard length unit.