Length/distance

Can you put these shapes in order of size? Start with the smallest.

One day, five small animals in my garden had a sports day. Who do you think won each race?

Try some throwing activities and see whether you can throw something as far as the Olympic hammer or discus throwers.

This practical activity involves measuring length/distance.

The Man is much smaller than us. Can you use the picture of him next to a mug to estimate his height and how much tea he drinks?

This activity challenges you to decide on the 'best' number to use in each statement. You may need to do some estimating, some calculating and some research.

Can you place these quantities in order from smallest to largest?

A group of children are discussing the height of a tall tree. How would you go about finding out its height?

Look at some of the results from the Olympic Games in the past. How do you compare if you try some similar activities?

Have a look at the results for some events at past Olympic Games. Can you use these to predict the results at the next Olympics?