Develop this Grade 1 measurement skill through direct comparison, nonstandard units, clocks, calendars, or everyday benchmarks. Use consistent units and precise comparison language. Explain the result in context.
To compare two lengths directly, place the objects side by side. Line up one end of both objects. Then look at the other ends.
Example: Which ribbon is longer?
If the red ribbon is paper clips long and the blue ribbon is paper clips long, both measured with the same-size paper clips, then
The red ribbon is longer by paper clips.
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