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Study Jams! Convert Units of Time InteractiveStudy Jams! Convert Units of Time Interactive
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Scholastic
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4th - 7th
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Math
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15 mins
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Study Jams! Convert Units of Time

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How many seconds are in a minute? Or rather, how many seconds are in eight minutes? This problem is worked out through a series of animated steps and explained by a friendly young lady's voice. Your time travelers will appreciate this interactive lesson on the conversion of units of time!

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

unit conversion, time, units of measurement, measurement, minutes, seconds, hours

Additional Tags

units of time, math

Pros

  • After viewing the interactive and instructional slides, learners have a chance to try solving two problems
  • An additional interactive set of problems is included, accessible by clicking the Test Yourself button
  • Related lessons are provided through links at the bottom of the webpage
  • Helps meet Common Core math standards for upper-elementary classes

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Common Core

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