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Math Word Problems - Units of Length

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this math word problems worksheet, students solve measurement problems where they choose the best unit of measure for the item given. Students complete 7 multiple choice problems.
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Imperial Units

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
If your class is familiar with the metric system and is ready for a challenge, introduce them to imperial units. Pupils are shown places in London where imperial units are used, and then they measure objects using feet, inches,...
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Area and Volume

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
What is the difference between area and volume? Have your charges build models of square centimeters, square inches, square feet, square meters, etc. It's definitely challenging, but there is no better way to learn than by trying...
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Kites

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students practice estimating and comparing measurements using yards, feet, and inches. They make comparisons about kites and a variety of measurements. Afterwards, they complete an activity sheet and draw a bird kite with long wings and...
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Can You Relate?

For Students 6th - 8th
In this measurement conversion learning exercise, students complete ten multiple choice measurement conversion problems.
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Geometry- Hands and Feet

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students identify units of measurement. In this measurement instructional activity, students predict the length and width of their hands and feet. Students discuss their findings and if their predictions were correct.
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How Tall, How Short, How Faraway

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders determine the correct unit of measure to use for different situations. In this measuring instructional activity, 2nd graders are introduced to different unit of measure. Students study the origin of measurement and...
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Length

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine and explore a variety of ways to measure length. They discuss how to measure large objects using the end-to-end method, and in small groups measure the length of the room using the end-to-end method with a...
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Introduction to Measuring Length in Customary Units

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore customary units of measurement. Students use yardsticks, rulers, and adding machine paper to measure specific units as directed by the teacher. Through completing this hands-on activity, they actively investigate units...
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Error in Measurement

For Students 7th - 8th
In this measurement instructional activity, students use a measuring tape to measure suggested items located in the classroom, such a table or desk. Students measure to the nearest 1/16th of an inch. They calculate the surface area of...
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Measure Objects To the Nearest Half Inch

For Students 3rd
In this standard measurement activity, 3rd graders measure pictures of 5 objects to the nearest half inch. They measure pictures of items such as scissors, a pencil, and a crayon.
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Mavericks and Measurement

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Young scholars study the measurement formulas for area and perimeter in real-life situations. In this area and perimeter lesson, students design a bed and arrange furniture in a hotel room using area and perimeter formulas for a 7 1/2...
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French Fry Fun: Estimating and Measuring

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders demonstrate their estimating and measuring abilities.  In this length measurement lesson, 3rd graders produce estimates of how long a handful of French fries will be before physically measuring them.  Students...
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Cosmic Measurements

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
Students develop two units of measurement to relate to the astronomical unit and the light year. In this astronomy lesson, students use a Twizzler to develop a measurement unit similar to the astronomical unit. They use a moving object,...
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Measurement of Objects Using Similar Triangles in The Plane

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students use similar triangles and a sight tool to find the height and distance between large objects. In this similar triangles lesson plan, students use a constructed sight tool to measure the distance and height of an object using an...
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How Do We Measure Angles

For Students 4th - 5th
In these angles and geometry worksheets, students learn about different kinds of angles, angle measurement, and other geometry facts. Students complete 15 questions.
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Measure Mania

For Students 3rd
In this measurement activity, 3rd graders, working with a partner, choose two different units out of five to measure the length of their classroom. Students estimate first and then measure.
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Math Cross--Puzzle #9

For Students 4th - 6th
For this measurement and money worksheet, students fill in a crossword puzzle as they solve twenty-eight addition, subtraction and multiplication math problems involving ounces and inches, money and coins.
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Grade 3 New York State Math Test

For Students 3rd
In this New York state math test worksheet, 3rd graders complete problems such as money, rounding, measurement, and more. Students complete 25 multiple choice questions.
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What Is An Inch?

For Teachers 1st - 2nd Standards
Students identify the length of an inch. In this measurement lesson, students read Inch by Inch and predict how many inches long various objects are. Students practice measuring the objects by using an inch ruler.
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poem "One Inch Tall" from the book "Where the Sidewalk Ends" by Shel Silverstein

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners use the terms: ratio, proportion, and measurement in their description of the life of a person one inch tall.
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Inches, Feet, Yards, and Miles

For Students 4th - 5th
In this distance measurement worksheet, students complete several word problems that help them measure using inches, feet, yards, and miles. Students also convert measurements.
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Units of Measure

For Students 4th - 5th
In this units of measure worksheet, students convert inches to feet. Students complete 10 problems where they convert inches to feet.
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Extension: Measuring Madness

For Students 4th - 5th
In this word problem measuring worksheet, students complete a set of 6 word problems. Answers and a reference web site for additional activities are included.