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Measuring Volume, Standard and Metric
In this measuring volume, standard and metric worksheet, 3rd graders solve ten multiple choice problems about volume, answers are available on line.
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The Measurement Man
Students explore the measurements of capacity by constructing a creative project in the shape of a man. The man has body parts that represent different units of measurement and can be used to make conversions. This is highly concrete and...
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Multiply Mixed Measurements
In this multiplication of mixed measurements worksheet, students multiply mixed standard and metric units of capacity and length. Students solve nine problems.
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Ordering Metric Measurements
In this math worksheet, students examine a row of measurements in the metric system. Students put the measurements in order from the smallest to the largest. Included are weight, length and capacity; there is no U.S. standard measurement...
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Measuring Lung Capacity
Sixth graders explore measuring lung capacity. For this respiratory system lesson, 6th graders conduct an experiment on their fellow class mates that measures how much air capacity their lungs have. Students record and graph the data...
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Measuring and Comparing Length
First graders use rulers to measure in both standard notation and centimeters. In this measuring lesson, 1st graders discuss the importance of a measuring standard. Students measure in inches and centimeters. Students compare inches to...
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Let's Measure
Third graders practice measuring different objects. They discover the concepts of ratio and proportion and practice converting numbers into the correct unit. They read stories as well to help them with the concepts.
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Liquid Measurement
Third graders investigate liquid measurements by estimating how many cups it takes to fill containers. The students predict the liquid measurements and then find the actual amount using the water in a bucket. Students then compare...
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The Metric System
Applying this metric activity, mathematicians will provide standard metric units of measurement, identify the largest and best way to measure items using the metric system, and convert units using King Henry.
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Measurement: Length, Capacity, and Time
Third graders listen to Susan Hightower's, "Twelve Snails to One Lizard" and discuss the need for standard units of measurement. They make a body model on butcher paper which they use to measure their body parts and complete a worksheet....
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Measuring Body Parts
Students engage in a lesson to measure body parts. They use the measuring tape to record the data of body measurements. Students must choose the appropriate unit of measurement and compare the data for the different parts of the human body.
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Measurement Mania
Second graders get many opportunities to practice their measurement skills.
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Measurement Mania
Second graders observe and demonstrate how to measure different objects. They listen to the book "Corduroy," and measure different aspects of a teddy bear, discuss how to measure using a variety of units of measurement, and complete a...
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The Amazing Inch and Measuring Up!
Fifth graders review the metric and customary systems of measurement. In groups, they brainstorm a list of careers that use measurements and which tools they use. Using different types of tools, they measure different objects in the...
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Using Measurement in the Everyday World
Students use an appropriate unit of measure to measure an item in the classroom. They create a PowerPoint to demonstrate the measurement process. Pupils are divided into pairs. Students use a concept map to discuss the terms for...
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Shaking Up Ice Cream
Upper graders use a variety of tools to measure liquid and solid ingredients in an ice cream making recipe. Following written and oral directions and accurately timing themselves forms the basis of this lesson.
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How Long is a Hot Dog? Weight, Weight! Don't tell me!
Primary learners participate in activities that help them explain how different things are measured. They create their own access number chart.
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Measuring Temperatures
Fourth graders participate in a teacher-led discussion about temperature--hot and cold. Each group of students is assigned specific materials for their lab experiment. They record temperatures measured in their journals and then plot...
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Spoonfuls, Cupfuls and Handfuls
Explore the use of non-standard units for measuring volume with elementary learners. They fill a container and count the number used using cups, spoons, and bottles, build with blocks and count the number of blocks used, and compare and...
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Making Benchmarks - Mass
Elementary schoolers predict the mass for different objects. Then, using objects of 1kg mass, they make a more precise prediction. Afterwards, they discuss the need for having and using standard measures of mass.
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Estimating And Measuring Weight: Grams And Kilograms
In this measuring worksheet, students will estimate the weight of 10 objects and record information in grams and kilograms. Then students will weigh the objects and record the actual weight to complete a table.
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Learning to Measure with Ladybug
Students practice measuring items with non standard units. In this units lesson plan, students measure shapes, lengths, and classroom objects.
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Metric Meals
Sixth graders investigate metric measurements. In this metric measurement lesson, 6th graders explore mass, capacity, and length. Students examine graduated cylinders and balance scales to obtain measurements. Resources are provided.
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Fun With Adhesives
Young scholars observe, measure, and record the properties in making objects stick together using science tools. In this science lesson, students explore with their senses while mixing flour and water. Additionally, young scholars share...