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Lightest and Heaviest—Sorting Algorithms
How do computers sort data lists? Using eight unknown weights and a balance scale, groups determine the order of the weights from lightest to heaviest. A second worksheet provides the groups with other methods to order the weights. The...
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Compare Weight
In this comparing weights worksheet, learners observe sets of three objects and number them from lightest to heaviest. Students solve 9 problems.
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Weighted Eggs
Students order five weighted plastic eggs in order from lightest to heaviest.
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Weight: Heavy or Light Worksheet
Which is heavier, a ladybug or a ship? Learners will have fun with this weight comparison instructional activity, that uses visuals to help them determine which is heavier or lighter. They complete two comparisons for each. Lastly, they...
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Pumpkins By the Pound
Use pumpkins of various sizes to experiment with weight and perimeter. First the class lifts the pumpkins one by one, estimating each pumpkin's weight. They arrange the pumpkins from lightest to heaviest, and then string weigh each one...
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Compare Weight: Order
In this comparing weight math worksheet, students use their problem solving skills as they examine 10 sets of objects and order them from lightest to heaviest.
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Squeeze Play
Young scientists demonstrate how to move objects. In this fine motor lesson, students use various objects such as dice, erasers, and soft balls and move them using the proper device.
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Compare Weight
In this weight measurement worksheet, students number the objects in order from heaviest to lightest in the 8 examples. Students write 1 next to the heaviest and 3 next to the lightest.
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Mass Problems
Here are 22 problems on 4 pages intended to provide practice in calculating mass. Learners determine the differences in weight, fractional equivalents of given quantities, and determine which item is heaviest or lightest. The problems...
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Comparing Weights And Volumes
Students engage in a lesson that is focused upon the concept of weights and measures. They conduct experiments while classifying the quantities of different sized containers. Students compare and convert measurements like liters to...
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Customary Units of Weight
For this customary units of weight worksheet, students use the math table that shows the normal weight of balls used in various professional sports. Students use the numbers in each table to solve the problems.
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Compare Weight
In this measurement worksheet, 3rd graders number objects in order from heaviest to lightest using the numbers 1, 2, and 3. They compare pictures of items such as a bike, an elephant, and a piece of paper.
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Rising Waters
Fourth graders rank balls by size from smallest to largest and from lightest to heaviest and then by how much they made the water rise. They then discuss why certain balls make the water rise higher than do other balls.
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Relative Weight
Second graders distinguish the difference between pounds and ounces and arrange manipulatives from heaviest to lightest.
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Length and Weight
For this measurements worksheet, students study the illustrated pictures in the 8 sets of problems. Students compare the pictures by length or weight.
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Length and Weight
In this measurements worksheet, learners complete the 9 sets of length and weight measurement activities to help them learn measurements.
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Pounds and Ounces Practice 18.3
For this pounds and ounces worksheet, students find 4 objects that weigh more than 1 pound. Students write their names in the table. Students estimate the weight to the nearest pound. Students use a balance scale and a one pound measure...
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Measuring Weight
Students use tables showing the ratios between ounces and pounds, grams and kilograms, and pounds and kilograms. They estimate whether an object should be weighed in ounces or pounds and whether an object should be weighed in grams or...
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Density
Students find the mass, volume, and density of various objects. In this density measurement instructional activity, students observe how same-sized objects can have different masses, then use water displacement to find the density of...
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Weight Conversion Homework
In this math worksheet, students practice converting the two problems into the appropriate measurements. The measures are written in the graphic organizer.
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Periodic Table of Elements on Mars
In this periodic table of elements activity, students are given clues and descriptions for elements in order to determine where they belong in the "Martian Periodic Table". They place the elements in the proper place in the given...
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Shell Sort; Serving up Seafood
Students complete various small group activities to classify items and determine the types of combinations that can be made with these items. In the second lesson, students create menus for a restaurant to help them gain money sense and...
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Travel by the Ton: Tons and Pounds
In this tons and pounds worksheet, students research the weight of 5 vehicles and record the tons in a chart, then multiply to find the weight in pounds. Students also answer an additional 3 related questions.
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Decimal Quiz: Adding and Subtracting
In this decimal quiz: adding and subtracting worksheet, 6th graders solve eight equations, then use a chart to answer seven questions about the data.