DMV Throwers · Yo-Yos in the Classroom

Measure the String

How long is each string? Measure in paperclips!

Name: ______________________________Date: ____________

Measure each yo-yo string with paperclips. Lay the paperclip end to end — no gaps, no overlaps!

Paperclip ruler: this paperclip = 1 unit. Lay it end to end along each string!
String A — about how many paperclips long? ______
String B — about how many paperclips long? ______
String C — about how many paperclips long? ______

Order them: shortest   →   → longest  

✂ Teacher Answer Key (cut or fold under before copying)
String A: 4 paperclips   String B: 6 paperclips   String C: 8 paperclips
Shortest → longest: A → B → C