Measuring+Using+Marshmallows

Marshmallow Measurement

 * Activity Type:** measurement
 * Grade:** 1st
 * Group Size:** any
 * Length:** varies
 * Materials:** mini marshmallows, large marshmallows, measuring cups
 * Goal:** introduction to measurement

Each player needs a large amount of mini marshmallows and a set of measuring cups. Ask questions about measurement, for example how many 1/2 cups do you need to fill 1 cup? Each player picks 6 items for measuring. First estimate how many mini marshmallows are needed to measure the length of those items. Then measure out those mini marshmallows to see how close you get. Then estimate how many large marshmallows would you need and then measure out those large marshmallows.

Follow-up Activity: Using the recipe for Marshmallow Treats measure and make marshmallow treats.