STEM: How big does a blue whale grow?

Students of class 4a together with their teacher Ms. Pence estimated and measured the length of the largest whale on earth.

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Aaron E. estimates the distance..(33 meters)

Students mark their estimate after 33 big steps.
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Exact measurement using a giant ruler.

Chester C. and Max G. enthusiastically assist in measuring.
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Wow! 33 meters! The blue whale is a gigantic animal!

 

 

Math and Science instruction in the outdoors – that’s fun!

 

 

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