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The Metric System WorksheetThe Metric System Worksheet
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3rd - 6th
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45 mins
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The Metric System

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Applying this metric learning exercise, 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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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the metric system, distance, length, weight, mass, volume, capacity, grams, kilograms, milliliters, liters, centimeter, units of measurement, standard units of measurement

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Attach a piece of scratch paper for scholars to show work
  • Measure objects in the classroom and convert their standard unit of measure to the metric system 

Classroom Considerations

  • Upon opening the link, you will be directed to download the resource
  • Copies are required 
  • Scholars must be familiar with the King Henry formula of converting measurements 

Pros

  • Four types of questions keep your learners engaged 

Cons

  • Space is not provided to show work when converting measurements 

Common Core

4.MD.A.1 5.MD.A.1 MP1 MP6

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