In this measurement worksheet, students cut out eight advertisements and then fill in the correct measurement requested on each one.

Students explore the concept of measurement, modelling the increments on a standard ruler using cubes and grid paper. They identify the length of a line to a designated standard unit and measure specified body parts.

In this circumference measurement worksheet, students make a plan for measuring around objects. Students estimate and then measure around a trash basket and pencil holder. Students write if it is easier to measure around an object or a...

For this measurements activity, students study the illustrated pictures in the 8 sets of problems. Students compare the pictures by length or weight.

Second graders estimate and measure various classroom objects using an apple as their tool for measuring, and record their measurement results on a data worksheet.

Student measure the length of the sides of rectangles and squares using inches, feet and yards. They determine perimeters of rectangles and squares. They then determine areas of rectangles and squares. Student compare measurement of...

Students practice measuring the human body for the proper fit of clothing. After watching a demo, they measure their partner making sure to double check their measurements. They make the piece of clothing for their partner altering the...

In this measurement worksheet, students use various measurement units to measure the objects on the page. Students enhance their understanding of informal lengths.

In this measurements worksheet, students read the word problems and use the measurements within the problem to solve the six word problems.

For this estimation of length worksheet, 7th graders complete 10 different problems that involve estimation of numbers. First, they solve each of the length problems shown by using the pictures. Then, students count one apple equal to...

Students review the procedure for determining appropriate types of measurements for given situations and measurement conversions. They figure perimeter, area, and volume of 2 and 3 dimensional objects.

Students calculate the size of a mummy case and its contents using ancient Egyptian measurements.

Students use a balance and gram cubes to measure several different objects. They then record their results on a data chart and answer questions about them.

In this area of polygons worksheet, students find the area of rectangles.  They find the width when given the area.  Students graph rectangles and solve word problems involving rectangles.  This three-page worksheet...

In this volume problem instructional activity, students determine the volume of various objects. They compare similar objects and determine the percent of increase and decrease of the surface area and volume. This one-page instructional...

Students explore ocean vessels that drill the ocean floor. For this ocean drilling lesson, students watch videos about drilling the ocean floor and discuss. Students get into groups, go outside and use string to mark off the...

In this areas by dissection worksheet, learners find the area of given composite figures. This three-page worksheet contains examples, explanations, and 16 problems. Answers are provided on page three.

In this perimeter and area activity, learners examine given perimeters and determine the dimensions that will give the maximum area.  This one-page activity contains four multi-step problems.

Tie the unit together and see concepts click in your young mathematicians' minds. Scholars apply the properties of similar triangles to find heights of objects. They concentrate on the proportions built with known measures and solve to...

Estimate the value of one of the most famous irrational numbers. The hands-on instructional activity instructs classmates to measure the circumference and diameters of circles using yarn. The ratio of these quantities defines pi.

Something for young mathematicians to remember: the sum of any two sides must be greater than the third. Class members investigates the Triangle Inequality Theorem to find the relationship between the sides of a triangle. At the...

Apply, apply, apply! A measurement activity applies a number of concepts to help learn a new construction. Scholars learn to divide a segment into n equal parts using a method that uses the Side Splitter Theorem and a method...

Hook your charges on how to solve a real-world art problem with mathematics by showing works of Christo. You can find eye-catching images on the Christo and Jeanne Claude webpage. Here, math learners help Jean Claude and Christo prepare...

With instructions to adapt the activities for any grade K-12, any teacher can incorporate the concept of scale into the classroom with a simple, yet effective lesson.