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Customary Measurement Conversions

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders discover in hands-on activities the relationships between the measures. They work in groups to create conversion tables using familiar measuring tools. Students solve problems requiring conversions.
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The Amazing Inch and Measuring Up!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders study the metric and customary systems of measuring length with rulers, meter / yardsticks, and tape measures. They determine area of polygons and surface area and volume of three-dimensional shapes. They list as many...
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Making It Balance

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars listen to story, "The 100-Pound Problem," compare their weight with character in story, and weigh different classroom items using nonstandard units and standard units. They experiment with different items that can make...
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How Long? How Wide?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders distinguish between and use nonstandard and standard units of measurement, use appropriate tools and techniques to measure length and width, and record and interpret data using graphs.
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Measuring With Fluids

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students investigate the concept of measurement for capacity and they use real containers to be filled of different sizes. Students use the scoops as the number of units for counting the capacity volume. Then they order the containers by...
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The Amazing Inch and Measuring Up!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders review the metric and customary systems of measurement. In groups, they brainstorm a list of careers that use measurements and which tools they use. Using different types of tools, they measure different objects in the...
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"How Much?" Contest - Measurement

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students work with measurements of length, area, and volume capacity of a liquid. They watch a teacher demonstration of both English and metric units before they estimate and take actual measurements of assigned items a three different...
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Mother May I?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders measure distance using nonstandard units of measure. In this measurement lesson, 3rd graders measure a given distance through the use of the game "Mother May I?" Student gather and compare data on how many "giant steps" and...
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How Do You Measure Up?

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students measure their body. In this measurement lesson, students use a string to measure their height and the circumference of their head. They record this information on the worksheet provided and answer questions as a group. 
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Maps and Modes, Finding a Mean Home on the Range

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate data from maps to solve problems. In this data instructional activity, 5th graders study maps and collect data from each map. Students present their data in a variety of ways and calculate the mode, mean,...
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Volume of Compound Figures

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use patterns, models and relationships to solve equations.  In this equations lesson, 5th graders define vocabulary for equations and complete worksheets explaining variables and solving problems.
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Rep Tiles

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders use pattern blocks of one shape at a time to try to create a similar shape. They compare the perimeter of the new figure with the perimeter of the original shape and look for a pattern. Students use the pattern to predict...
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Measurement Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students review estimation, measurement, fractions, decimals while familiarizing themselves with a new classroom at the beginning of the year.
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Geoboard Squares

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students create squares of different sizes on a geoboard. They find and describe a pattern. Students use the pattern to determine the number of squares possible on a 10-by-10 geoboard. They create squares with a horizontal base (and...
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Playground Measurement

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders find a rectangular or square object in the classroom to measure. They measure to the nearest centimeter and apply that knowledge to measuring perimeter. They recognize, describe, and determine surface area and volume of...
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Quilt Squared

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students study West Virginia quilts. In this mathematics instructional activity, students use symmetry, geometric shapes, and patterns to create their own quilt square.
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Thirsty for A Liter or Milliliter?

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders work with liters and milliliters for measurement.
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Surface Area with Polydrons

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students explore measurements by analyzing geometric shapes. In this surface area lesson, students identify the terms volume, weight, perimeter and area in order to find the requested measurements of specific polygons. Students utilize...
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Determine Volume of Solids Using Water Displacement

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore math functions by completing math equation worksheets. In this inequality lesson, students define a list of math terms and discuss the difference between an equation and inequality. Students utilize a real life situation...
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Geometry in Nature

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students examine how the circumference, diameter, and the relationship of Pi of a circle are related. They count the summer rings of a tree to determine its growth.
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Water Anyone?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders measure cups, quarts, and liters.
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How Hot Is It?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders practice estimating temperatures. They practice in Celsius and Fahrenheit.
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A Real Difference

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use the Celsius and Fahrenheit thermometers to compare temperature readings. They use the Internet to find the temperatures of selected cities. After data is collected for five days, 5th graders graph the temperatures.
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A Thin Inch

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the importance of everyone using the same standard measurements and practice a variety of measurement skills. They determine the area of polygons and surface area and volume of three-dimensional shapes. Each student...

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