2nd grade measuring in inches and centimeters

Grades 1–2 (ages 6–8) · 11 videos · Checked and refreshed daily

Quick answer

In 2nd grade (ages 7–8), children measure length with rulers in inches and centimeters, estimate lengths and compare how much longer one object is than another. Kids Academy lessons, Learn Bright and Math Antics "Measuring Distance" lead into Numberock's inches, feet and yards song. Play all on repeat, or loop one ruler example.

Play all on repeat

Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Basic Measurement For Kids | Learn about Height, Length, and WidthBasic Measurement For Kids | Learn about Height, Length, and WidthLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Measuring! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenMeasuring! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenScratch GardenPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Measuring Length for Kids | Measuring Tools | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyMeasuring Length for Kids | Measuring Tools | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Centimeters and Inches - Measuring Length | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyCentimeters and Inches - Measuring Length | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Math Antics - Measuring DistanceMath Antics - Measuring DistancemathanticsPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Estimating! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenEstimating! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenScratch GardenPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Inches, Feet and Yards - Estimating Length | Measurement for Kids | 2nd Grade MathInches, Feet and Yards - Estimating Length | Measurement for Kids | 2nd Grade MathKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Comparing & Measuring Lengths | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyComparing & Measuring Lengths | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Math Antics - Units of DistanceMath Antics - Units of DistancemathanticsPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Inches, Feet and Yards Song | Measurement Song | Customary UnitsInches, Feet and Yards Song | Measurement Song | Customary UnitsNumberockPlay from here Loop
  11. 11The Measurements SongThe Measurements SongKidsTV123Play from here Loop

What does this 2nd grade measurement unit cover?

It covers choosing a tool such as a ruler or measuring tape, measuring to the nearest whole inch or centimeter, estimating lengths, and finding the difference between two lengths. By the end a child should line up a ruler at zero, read a length and say which object is longer and by how much.

How does RepeatWatch help with measuring?

Loop the moment a lesson lines up the ruler with an A–B loop so your child can copy it with a real ruler. Slow it to 0.75×, save lesson parts on keys 1–9, use Repeat one on a measurement song, and Stop after N loops to keep sessions short.

Frequently asked questions

Does 2nd grade use inches or centimeters?

Both, in the US. Children usually measure in inches, feet, centimeters and meters in 2nd grade (ages 7–8). Grade levels and units vary by country and school, so focus on the units your child's class uses.

Why is this playlist shorter than the others?

There are fewer good, grade-level videos on measuring length than on topics like addition. We kept only lessons that teach rulers and comparing lengths clearly rather than padding the list with off-topic videos.