Instructional Video1:47
Visual Learning Systems

Introduction to the Metric System: the Metric System

3rd - 8th
This program introduces students to the usefulness and fun of the metric system. The concept of measurement as related to the metric system kicks off the video, followed by examples of how the metric system is used in science. Through a...
Instructional Video1:44
Curated OER

Madlenka Plays in the World Cup

Pre-K - K
Madlenka plays soccer in this video. This could be used as a way to generate a discussion on the importance of exercise, or as a writing prompt. Teachers could use it as a way to practice story structure, retelling a story, or a variety...
Instructional Video
Study Pug

Study Pug: Metric Systems

6th - 8th
In this tutorial, you will see how to convert cm to m (centimeter to meter) and m to km (meter to kilometer). Thorough descriptions and examples are provided. Also includes a video lesson and practice problems. [2:06]
Instructional Video
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Metric Standard Units of Measure (Si Units): Lesson 6

9th - 10th
This lesson will introduce standard units of measure (meters, grams, liters) and the physical properties they represent. It is 6 of 6 in the series titled "Metric Standard Units of Measure (SI Units)."
Instructional Video
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Metric System Measurements: Lesson 1

9th - 10th
This lesson will introduce the metric system, and provide practice making measurements using the metric system. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Metric System Measurements."
Instructional Video
Math Mammoth

Math Mammoth: Common Metric Units of Length: Km, M, Cm, and Mm

3rd Standards
Discusses the standard metric units used for length, how to choose which one to use, and how to convert between units. Two word problems are also presented. [7:54]
Instructional Video
Math Playground

Math Playground: Can You Explain the Metric System?

4th - 6th Standards
This video explains the metric system by defining the units of measure and how they relate to each other.
Instructional Video
Math Mammoth

Math Mammoth: Metric Units of Length (From Millimeter to Kilometer)

3rd - 5th Standards
Presents a chart showing metric units used to measure length, from millimeters to kilometers. Includes unit conversion problems and word problems. [8:27]
Instructional Video
Math Antics

Math Antics: Intro to the Metric System

3rd - 8th Standards
Gain a basic understanding of the metric system by watching this easy to understand video tutorial. Additional resources are available as part of a paid subscription service. [10:50]
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: '3 Standard Stoppages,' Marcel Duchamp

9th - 10th
In this video [2:28] you will learn how the French artist Marcel Duchamp re-conceived a standard unit of measure, the meter.