Students measure the perimeter of a square and create squares with specific perimeters in this lesson plan for the early-elementary classroom. The lesson plan includes templates for AppleWorks, Inspiration, and Kidspiration educational...

Fifth graders study environmental changes by examining the annual rings of a cross-section of a tree trunk. They access websites to complete a worksheet on the parts of a tree. They count the annual rings on a tree slice while observing...

Learners properly leap and measure their distance. In this leaping lesson, students practice leaping for accuracy and proper form. Learners estimate their leaps and measure with rulers. Students determine distance covered by the entire...

In this recognizing map scale ratios worksheet, students use ratios and centimeter measurements to calculate the distances in reality. Students solve 8 problems.

Young scholars practice measurement using real world objects. In this scavenger hunt for lengths lesson, students collaborate to measure with rulers, yardsticks, trundle wheels, and tape measures.  Young scholars must estimate the...

Students investigate the effect of temperature on cold-blooded animals, using a 5 x 8 inch index card to represent a dinosaur as their model organism. Students measure temperature changes that occurs at different angles to a light...

In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve problems by finding the perimeter, area and volume of polygons. There are 17 questions with an answer key.

In this geometry worksheet, 6th graders study comprehensive facts pertaining to volume and measurement of geometric, three-dimensional figures. Students solve for 59 problems showing their work.

In this areas and volumes worksheet, students find the area of truncated cones and elliptical cylinders.  They find the area by using one of three methods:  the disk method, the shell method, and using geometry.  This...

Learners act as commissioners researching needed safety standards for vehicles and highways. They then draft recommendations to be included in a new highway safety bill. They cite reasons a particular measure would reduce fatal highway...

In this slope worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 6 different problems that include completing charts and applying applications to the real world. First, they use the pictures shown to measure the riser and tread of 3 consecutive...

In this stairs and slope worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 12 various problems that include identifying stairs that meet the given guidelines using slope. First, they use a ruler to measure the risers and treads from one set of...

In this word problem worksheet, students complete ten multiple choice word problems by choosing the correct mathematical operation. This is an interactive worksheet.

In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders answer questions about right triangles by identifying the 3 sides of the triangle. They analyze the different shapes of polygons and relate them to right triangles to find the sides using the...

Young scholars build a telescope and give quantification of its magnification and field of view while making observations regarding images. In this telescope lesson, students use a simple lens to project a scene and examine various...

Fourth graders practice finding the perimeter of shapes.  For this measurement lesson, 4th graders review the meaning of perimeter and work in groups to draw polygons with differing perimeters.  Students share their polygons...

Fourth graders explore unit conversions. They create visual models of measurement units, identify tables of equivalent units and make simple conversions with in a measurement system. Students produce charts that identify units of measure...

In this conversion worksheet, students solve 9 problems where they convert from one unit of measurement to another using a given table with conversion factors.

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.

Fourth graders observe, measure, and record data on the basic elements of weather over a period of time (i.e., precipitation, air temperature, wind speed and direction, and air pressure). Then, they make a barometer and keep record of...

Students measure angles of refraction as the light travels through gelatin.  In this experimental lesson students complete a refraction lab and plot their data.

Young scholars explore how various ramps affect the rate of speed of a rolling object. In this physics lesson plan, students work in groups to build a ramp out of various materials. Young scholars test and record the rate of speed of a...

Students examine proportionality in Wind in the Willows by comparing Mr. Toad, objects proportional to him and objects proportional to humans. They then measure a stuffed Mr. Toad and make common objects proportional to Mr. Toad???s...

Students utilize computer programs to operate a simple robot.  In this technology instructional activity, students create robots using Lego pieces and simple motors to move them.  Students measure the speed of the robots by...