Elementary Test Prep: Math 4 Test (Grades 4) Use a yardstick to measure to the nearest yard

A yardstick is used to measure objects longer
than 12 inches.
A yardstick is 3 feet long.

Customary Measurements is another system of measurement used in the United States to describe how long, how heavy, or how big something is.
inch (in.)	12 inches (in) = 1 foot (ft)	An inch is about the length from the tip of the thumb to the first knuckle.
foot (ft)	3 feet = 1 yard (yd)	A foot is about the length of a piece of paper.
yard (yd)	36 inches (in) = 1 yard (yd)	A yard is about the length of a baseball bat.

A Ruler is a Tool for Measuring Length

Ruler, 12, 1/16 and Millimeters, Natural Finish, Wood
12 inches = 1 foot

Ruler, 12, 1/16 and Millimeters, Natural Finish, Wood

3 rulers = 1 yardstick
36 inches = 1 yard
3 feet = 1 yard

You can use a yardstick to measure any object bigger than 12 inches.
Classroom
Height of a chalkboard
Dog

When measuring make sure you line the start of the yardstick with the beginning of the object.

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