Word Problems: Measurement & Time
Read the stories and answer the questions about sizes and daily routines!
Part 1: Size Stories
How to Solve Story Problems
Read the story carefully. Look at the pictures. Think about what the question is asking!
Story 1: At the Zoo
Elephant
Mouse
Lily went to the zoo. She saw a big elephant and a tiny mouse. The elephant was so big she had to look UP! The mouse was so small she could hold it in her hand.
Story 2: The Garden
Sunflower
Tulip
In Grandma's garden, there is a sunflower and a tulip. The sunflower grew all the way up past the fence! The tulip only comes up to Grandma's knee.
Story 3: Pet Day
Max the Dog
Fluffy the Hamster
Ben has a dog named Max. His sister has a hamster named Fluffy. Max runs around the yard. Fluffy fits in the palm of her hand!
Story 4: Building Towers
Emma's Tower (5 blocks)
Jake's Tower (2 blocks)
Emma built a tower with 5 blocks stacked high. Jake built a tower with 2 blocks. They put them next to each other to compare.
Part 2: Time Stories
Daily Routine Stories
Think about what time of day things happen. Morning, afternoon, or night?
Story 5: Sara's Morning
Sara hears her alarm clock ring. The sun is just coming up! She stretches and yawns. Mom says, "Time to get up and get ready for school!"
Story 6: Lunchtime Fun
The sun is high in the sky. The school bell rings! All the kids run to the cafeteria. Tom opens his lunchbox and sees a sandwich, an apple, and juice.
Story 7: Bedtime Story
The moon is shining and stars are twinkling outside. Mia puts on her pajamas. Dad reads her a story. Then she closes her eyes and falls asleep.
Story 8: Playing at the Park
After lunch, Mom takes Amy to the park. The sun is bright and warm. Amy plays on the slide and kicks a ball. She has a snack before going home.
Story 9: First Things First
Leo ate breakfast. Then he went to school. But wait - he forgot to do something in between! He needs to put on his clothes and shoes before leaving the house.
Story 10: What Comes Next?
Every night, Ella follows her bedtime routine. First she takes a bath. Then Mom reads a story. What does Ella do after story time?
Story 11: The Tall and Short Friends
Gary Giraffe
Tina Turtle
Gary Giraffe and Tina Turtle are best friends. Gary can reach the leaves at the top of trees. Tina walks slowly on the ground. When they want to talk, Gary has to bend way down!
Story 12: The Big and Small Apples
Big Apple
Small Apple
Mom is packing snacks. She has one big apple and one small apple. Little brother wants the one he can finish. Big sister is very hungry and wants more to eat.
Great Work!
- Read the story carefully
- Look at the pictures for clues
- Think about what the question is asking
- Use size words: bigger, smaller, taller, shorter
- Use time words: morning, afternoon, evening, night