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Significant Figures and Measurement

For Students 9th - 10th
For this science worksheet, students draw several markings on a ruler or graduated cylinder or thermometer to get each of the correct measurements. Then they state what place the marking indicates and the number of significant figures in...
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800 Meters

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students complete measurement activities to define a specific length in meters. For this measurement lesson, students give a description of a path that would be 800  meters long, measure the actual path, and describe its beginning...
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Metrics1 Word Search Puzzle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, learners look for the words that are related to the concept that is reviewed in the sheet. They also acquire new vocabulary.
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Reading Ruler

For Students 6th
In this ruler worksheet, 6th graders identify and complete 10 different problems that include reading various lengths of a ruler illustrated. First, they read each ruler shown on the sheet. Then, students write the length of the red line...
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Practice with Mass

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate the weight/mass of a number of items using grams, and equivalents. They examine the use of a triple beam balance before massing objects including oil and water. They go over the weights they amassed and weigh...
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Imperial Units

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this converting imperial units worksheet, students complete converting 12 metric units from imperial units to metric or vice versa.
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Tools of the Trade

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore and identify the tools that can be used to measure length, mass/weight, and volume. They discuss how things are measured using different units, and observe the difference between the English and the Metric systems....
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Convert This!

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners use conversion factors to solve problems. In this algebra lesson, students convert between Metric and English Units. They measure different objects and using both systems in their units.
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Garden Variety Geometry

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners prepare to take the GED by reviewing basic math concepts. In this geometry activity, students review vocabularies such as formula, perimeter, circumference and other important geometric terms. They convert between the English...
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Pumpkin Play

For Teachers K
Have you ever examined a pumpkin and estimated the number of lines it has? In this math lesson plan, students count the actual number of lines, record and graph the results. They investigate the circumference, weight and buoyancy of the...
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Ratios

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students explore the concept of ratios. In this ratios lesson plan, students use matchbox cars and models of spaceships to explore ratios. Students determine scale for the above mentioned objects in this lecture style lesson plan.
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Algebra/Geometry Institute: Area, Circumference, Perimeter

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve area problems.  In this area, circumference, and perimeter lesson, students solve area and perimeter problems using standard and metric units of measure.  They identify the best customary unit of measure for a...
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Design a Building

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students design a blueprint of a building. In this measurement activity, students design a building on paper. Students copy their building's measurements into the Microsoft Paint program and write word problems about their buildings....
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To an Inch and Beyond!

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders measure in multiples of inches. In this measurement lesson plan, 3rd graders employ a variety of strategies to measure several items in inches.
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Measurement Mystery

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders participate in an activity measuring length, weight and capacity. They incorporate physical movements to help them explore measurement.
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Word Search Y2 Measures

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this word search worksheet, the student finds 12 measurement words in the square and circle the words either across or down.
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Water Pressure Blaster

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders complete an experiment to introduce them to the concept of water pressure. In this water pressure lesson plan, 3rd graders create pressure in a water bottle and observe the force of water that is created.
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Matter

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils complete a unit of activities to learn about states of matter and how to measure matter. In this matter lesson, students complete 8 lessons to learn about matter, its states, and how to measure matter.
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Studying Fossils: Dinosaur Tracks From Stride to leg Length to Speed

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore dinosaurs. Students determine the relationship between leg length, stride length, and speed in humans and bipedal dinosaurs. Students analyze collected information. Based upon the data, dinosaur tracks, and fossils,...
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Measuring Up!

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Young scholars draw lines of certain lengths by using appropriate measuring tools. In this measurement lesson plan, students determine which measurement tools would be best to draw specific lengths to make a barn.
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How Do You Measure Up?

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students measure their body. In this measurement lesson plan, students use a string to measure their height and the circumference of their head. They record this information on the worksheet provided and answer questions as a group. 
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Finding the Area and Perimeter of Polygons

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders practice finding the area and perimeter of polygons. In this polygon area instructional activity, 7th graders brainstorm shapes and take a walk to locate shapes. Students record properties of shapes and use...
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Garden Variety Geometry

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
A home improvement plan can help adult learners preparation for the GED exam. They review vocabulary, prepare diagrams, complete a worksheet, calculate perimeters and analyze how to approach a story problem. They identify many geometry...
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Flour Beetle

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students observe the life cycle of the common flour beetle and make observations of its life stages. They also design and implement an investigation on food preference for the beetle and record data over a period of several months....