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Curated OER
How To Solve Word Problems
In this word problems worksheet, students learn techniques to help solve word problems and then practice solving physics word problems using formulas. This worksheet has 9 matching, 24 fill in the blank, and 4 short answer questions.
Curated OER
Word Problem Primer
In this word problem worksheet, students are given directions and guidance as to how to solve word problems. They are given the variables used in word problems, the math codes, how to change letters into formulas and 5 steps to solving...
Curated OER
Air Is there
Young scholars experiment to observe air and its mass. In this air lesson, students use the scientific method to complete experiments that demonstrate the properties of air. Young scholars view a video as follow-up.
Curated OER
Going the Distance
Learners experiment in small groups to answer the question, "Is there a relationship between ramps and speed?" They apply a formula to calculate the speed of the cars used in the experiment, complete the associate lab report, and...
Curated OER
Measurement Scavenger Hunt
Young scholars review estimation, measurement, fractions, decimals while familiarizing themselves with a new classroom at the beginning of the year.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Weight or Mass?
Students learn the difference between weight and mass. Practice problems are included to check for comprehension of the concept.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Light Weights
Could the location of the Olympic host city have an effect on weightlifting events? This activity provides an interesting context in which to engage with weight, mass and gravitation, and is aimed at A-level students (grades 10, 11, and...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Fisher Boat: Time & Mass: Months, Seasons and Mass
Lars in Antarctica needs help. Can you help him with all the months of the year and with mass?
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Market Place: Mass
On this interactive site students learn to use various units of mass to solve problems and put objects in order by their mass.
PBS
Nova Online: How Many Pearls? A Weight & Volume Game
This interactive game has students apply skills in estimation, measurement, and basic addition using pearls. Students are asked to estimate the number of pearls in a treasure chest by making predictions and using number sense. The skills...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Mineral Density: Teaching Accuracy, Slope, and Percent Error
Students explore the meaning of density and use their math skills to graph mass/volume data, write an equation for a line, and interpret the slope of the line. Students also find the density of two unknown mineral samples and use those...
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Activity: Discover Mass (Weight)
The learning activity explores weight. Students weight different items and compare their mass from smallest to largest.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Surfing: Mass: Comparing Mass
Catch the waves with Pete and find the mass of the items on the beach.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Us Standard Mass (Weight)
Students learn about standard units of mass. Topics include ounce, pound, and ton. Practice problems are included to check for comprehension of the concept.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Conversion of Ounces Into Pounds and Ounces
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students are asked to convert weight from ounces into pounds and ounces. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem [1:37] and a set of...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Conversion of Pounds and Ounces Into Ounces
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students are asked to convert weight from pounds and ounces into just ounces. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem [1:05] and a set...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Body Mass What's Your Index? (Pdf)
If you like tackling formulas, then this math challenge is for you. See if you can calculate Helix's BMI (body mass index) and find out if his health is at risk. A one page NCTM Math Challenges for Families activity that engages learners...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Selection Based on Weight (Metric Units)
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students practice identifying the heaviest or lightest metric weight from the choices given. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Ordering Based on Weight (Metric Units)
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students are shown a set of weight values and must decide how to order them based on how heavy or light they are. Includes video...
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Math Trash
A lesson where students collect trash, sort, and record the mass in grams. They will use their knowledge of numbers to figure out what category of trash had the most. The biggest idea of the lesson is that students will be more likely to...
PBS
Pbs: Super Bear: Comparing Mass
Think about the relationships between weight and size of similar objects. This interactive exercise focuses on using critical thinking skills and estimation skills to predict how many mini and regular gummy bears it takes to have the...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Subtracting Compound Units (Metric Units)
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students must subtract mixed metric units of weight. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem [0:53] and a set of practice questions.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Multi Step Add and Subtract Compound Units (Metric Units)
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A practice quiz where students must add and subtract mixed metric units of weight.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Converting Kilograms and Grams Into Grams
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] For this learning module, students practice converting kilograms and grams into just grams. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem [0:45] and a set of...