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Worksheet 28 - Fall 1995
In this math worksheet, students define a definite integral. Then they draw a picture or sequence of pictures with progressively finer partitions..
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Volume of a regular pyramid
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders apply the properties of a regular pyramid to determine the volume. The one page worksheet contains two free response questions. Answers are included.
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Perimeter Word Problems
In this perimeter worksheet, students solve a set of 10 problems, writing information given, determining what must be found, then solving the calculations.
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Measurement: Volume
Sixth graders determine how to find the volume of a box. In this volume activity, 6th graders participate in a activity in which the teacher uses the associated study guide to explain how to find the volume of a cubic figure. They use...
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How Big? How Heavy? - Cross Out Puzzle Five
In this ESL vocabulary worksheet, students cross out the measurement words in the diagram by following the 10 directions. Students read the leftover words that creates a proverb.
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Volume of a Stair-Step
Sixth graders calculate the volume of a stair-step. In this volume lesson, 6th graders apply their knowledge of the formula for finding volume. They practice their use of math language since this lesson is presented in a Japanese...
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Experiments with Photovoltaic Cells
Students explain how sunlight is converted to electricity. In this series of physics lesson, students study how varying the characteristics of the light source affect photovoltaic cells. They research their different uses in other...
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Polygon Perimeters
Students complete worksheets where they calculate the perimeter of polygons. In this perimeter of polygons lesson plan, students divide complex shapes into simple shapes to find the perimeter.
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Geometry Word Problems
In this geometry worksheet, students solve a total of 8 word problems. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Using Active Learning to Reinforce Mathematics
Students predict, then measure how far a bug can travel on a "course" over a specified amount of time, then construct graphs based on the data they acquire.
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Particulate Sampler
Students estimate the extent of particulate air pollution present in their neighborhoods.
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Rolling Spheres on Inclined Planes
Students determine the distance of a sphere rolling down an incline. In this physics lesson students participate in a lab that demonstrates how inclined planes make work easier.
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"Use an Anemometer," said the Meteorologist
Students work in groups to make an instrument the Meteorologists use to measure the speed of the wind after the teacher reads them a poem about the wind. Students then review vocabulary that they studied from their lesson.
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A Metric World
Pupils convert English to metric units. In this math lesson, students give examples of measurements they encounter in their daily lives. The share their answers in class.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Comparing Meters, Centimeters, and Millimeters
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students compare metric amounts of length and state which is greater, less, or equal. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem [0:57]...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: English Bus: Measurement: Meters
On this interactive website students practice various math skills using a real life scenario at a school. Those skills include using centimeters and meters to compare lengths, and recognizing when a unit smaller than meters are required.
Other
Getting Life in Proportion: Scale and Mapping
In this activity students will explore the use of pictures and maps to represent physical spaces. We will explore the concepts of scale and conversions between pictures, maps and real-world units. Conversions between kilometers and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Estimate and Compare Meters and Centimeters? (Grade 4)
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This site offers four videos and a set of practice questions on estimating and comparing meters and centimeters using images and descriptions.
The Math League
The Math League: Metric Units and Measurement
This metric system tutorial is compared to the U.S. standard system so that students can comprehend the measurement of length, volume, mass and the like.
Other
Metric Conversion Calculator and Charts
Metric Conversions offers online calculators for making conversions, downloadable tables in many types of metric conversion (pdf format), and free conversion tools to put onto your website or dynamic pages.
Colorado State University
Usma: Commonly Used Metric System Units and Symbols
USMA provides a listing of commonly used metric system units, symbols, and prefixes.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Eureka Math Parent Guide: Place Value and Problem Solving With Units of Measure
A guide to support parents as they work with their students in place value and problem solving with units of measure.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Eureka Math Parent Guide: Addition and Subtraction of Length Units
A guide to support parents as they work with their students addition and subtraction of length units.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Amazon River Boat Trip: Length
Help Manuel to measure in centimeters and meters while preparing for a science class. Students can play games and then take mini-assessments to measure their understanding of the content.