Geometry and spatial sense help children with directions and finding their way around. Let them climb in and out of boxes, on or around furniture, going under, over, around, through, into, on top of, and out of different things to experience themselves in space. Hidden shapes are ones that do not have flat bases, but are turned in different directions. Measurement is finding the length, height, and weight of an object using units like inches, feet, and pounds. Time is measured using hours, seconds, and minutes.
Measurement is an important way for young children to look for relationships in the real world.
By practicing measurement your child will learn how big or little things are and how to figure that out. Keep your child involved in these chores by talking with them about what you are doing, and by asking them to help you when possible. Young children won't understand the concept of time. However, They can learn that some activities take longer than others. Compare one activity with another to figure out what takes more time.