How Big? Wacky Ways to Compare Size by Jessica Gunderson and Keino

Recommended for ages 3+

Video Summary

This book is all about measuring size in wacky ways! This book compares the size and weight of lots of different items and animals. How many mouse paws does it take to fill one grizzly bear paw? How many large chicken eggs weigh the same as one ostrich egg? How many candies fit inside a dolphin? Sometimes the answers are quite surprising!

Video Instructions

Video #1: For a more in depth understanding of the books, we have provided a video retelling an in-class story. Each pass through the text or illustrations allows students to dive deeper into the story’s meaning, preparing them for more complex narratives down the road.

Video #2 & Worksheet: Parents may print the worksheet corresponding to the story. In the second video, Ms Liann will guide students through completing the worksheet. Younger students will learn the appropriate sizes, shapes, and sounds of letters. Older students will learn the spelling of new words, helpful phonics rules, and how to write in complete sentences.