Students investigate a particular object then calculate to find the class average and standard deviation.  In this measuring distance lesson students list their calculations on a piece of paper. 

Second graders estimate how much volume a container can hold. In this math lesson, 2nd graders compare their estimates with actual measurements. They share and discuss their results in class.

Students develop techniques for estimating the area of a circle and use ideas about area and perimeter to solve practical problems. In this area and perimeter activity, students apply the concepts of perimeter and area to the solution of...

Students explore geometry by using computer applications. In this spatial measurement lesson, students discuss the difference between area, weight, volume and other forms of measurement. Students utilize computer applications to find the...

In this pounds and ounces learning exercise, 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...

In this math estimation worksheet, students estimate how many centimeters it is from each dot in a dot to dot puzzle. Students then use a ruler to measure exactly.

Students practice solving math equations by analyzing chocolate recipe measurements. In this chocolate baking math lesson plan, students read about the Hershey factory and recipes used to create chocolate bars. Students solve problems...

Second graders practice measuring and estimating the length of two objects. They answer questions related to these topics and then work together in parts to complete a worksheet.

Second graders explore how to use measurement in everyday life.

Fourth graders investigate measurement of linear and curved surfaces. In this math lesson, 4th graders discuss how to measure curved surfaces and work with a partner to measure various curved surfaces.

Students, in groups, estimate measurments and then select the tools needed and measure various items at Black Bayou Lake refuge.

Middle schoolers arrange themselves into small groups. Each group chooses a distance to measure ( the distance between the slide and the swings, for instance). Person #1 walks the distance, counting the number of his or her steps. ...

Students use the wrapper of a Hershey's Kiss to practice estimating, predicting and measuring. They measure with centimeter rulers.

Learners analyze a Cyberchase video to help them understand how to estimate the time it takes to travel distances. In this time lesson, students use ratiosand repeated addition to calculate how much air the characters in...

In this geometric mean and Pythagorean Theorem worksheet, 10th graders solve 9 problems related to determining the geometric mean by applying the Pythagorean Theorem in each problem. First, they find the geometric mean between each pair...

In this exploring circles worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different types of problems that are related to determining the different measures of a circle. First, they define a circle and its center. Then, students refer to the given...

In this measurement worksheet, students cut out a ruler and analyze 3 strings. After estimating the lengths, Students measure the strings and record the results.

In this student exploration-weight and mass worksheet, student use the Weight and Mass Gizmo to answer questions and fill in charts with estimating and measuring.

Sixth graders estimate the measurement of angles and linear distance from one point to another. Using a specified website, 6th graders play a game of "Golf" where they enter the angle and distance a ball must be hit. Upon completion of...

Take a seat on the parade route with a holiday-themed set of word problems. Young mathematicians answer questions based on the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in New York City, including finding the average number of members in a...

Students work with circles, angles and estimating angles in the night sky. In this circles and angles lesson, students practice measuring a degree using the circumference of a circle and apply the degree to determine a way to use their...

Students discuss strategies for estimating information about various shapes. Once they draw and label four shapes with perimeters of 30 units, they calculate the areas of the figures. To complete the lesson, students offer written...

Learners practice estimating by handling items in groups of ten. They visualize how much space 100 items, such as pennies, peas, or beans, will take up after holding 10 of them. Students measure the difference in volume between 10...

Middle schoolers work with scientific notation and rounding as they determine volume. In this volume lesson, pupils attempt to calculate the volume of the planet Jupiter. They use rounding to two significant digits and scientific...