Measurement Lesson Plans

Ninth graders estimate and convert measurements in the metric system. They examine and discuss the base ten system the metric system is based on, and as a class calculate a variety of conversion problems involving distance, time, and between measurements. Students then independently complete a worksheet.

First graders select and use appropriate nonstandard units to measure and compare lengths and weights of real-life objects. Students use problem-solving skills to design a process to measure length and weight of objects using non-standard units and describe the relationship between the size of the unit and the number of units needed in a measurement.

First graders measure the length of pipe cleaners to form worms using rulers to focus on inches. They record their results and graph the measurement of each pipe cleaner. They measure their pipe cleaner "worms" in various colors and compare the results.

Learners compare and convert units of measure within the U. S. Customary system and determine the appropriate unit of measure for a particular problem. They discuss comparisons that can be used to estimate various measurements. Using a Measuring Mania data sheet, students record an item for each measurement that can be found in the classroom.

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 centimeters.

Fifth graders practice measuring items with unique tools.  In this length lesson, 5th graders examine several household items and must decide if they want to use a pencil width, piece of paper, or their thumb to measure the item.  Students share their unorthodox measurements with fellow students and compare their results.

Students explore mathematics by cooking recipes in class. For this ingredient measuring lesson, students view several recipes in class they wish to cook and practice translating the recipe into a large enough creation that can feed the class. Students discuss the different english measuring units and complete a test after.

Young scholars practice skills at various activity centers, including: weight measurement, money, art, nonstandard length measurement, problem solving, music, reading and writing.

Students review estimation, measurement, fractions, decimals while familiarizing themselves with a new classroom at the beginning of the year.

Eighth graders investigate the concepts that are related to measurement while focusing upon weight, mass, and capacity. They estimate the weight and mass relationship that is found in different problems. Students compare and contrast one measurement to another.