Using the scientific method, and bubble gum, learners conduct a motivating experiment. After conducting a series of tests involving bubble gum, they graph and analyze their results. This is the type of activity everyone loves.

Fifth graders use metric measurement to study the amount a bison eats. In this measurement lesson, 5th graders watch a video about bison and discuss the amount of food they eat. Students weigh their food trays at lunch and complete a...

Review questions like these can be used in your biology, chemistry, physics, or earth science classes! They assess scientists' understanding of laboratory measurement tools including graduated cylinders, thermometers, and balances. They...

In this word search worksheet, the student finds 12 measurement words in the square and circle the words either across or down.

In this online interactive math skills worksheet, students solve 10 multiple choice math problems regarding metric and customary measurement. Students may view the correct answers.

Students create an experiment. For this friction lesson plan, students review the concept of friction and complete a bottle roll activity. Students work in groups to create their own friction experiment.

Learners explore weight. In this math lesson, students predict which item weighs more and discuss how they arrived at their decision. Learners weigh several items to determine which weighs more.

Fourth graders explore weight in pounds. In this measurement lesson plan, students estimate the weight of teacher-provided objects, measure the actual weight of the objects using scales, and discuss food products sold by the pound....

Third graders study partial-products algorithms. In this math lesson, 3rd graders use an algorithm to find the product of factors. Students discuss the relationships between multiplication and division.

Fourth graders measure cups, quarts, and liters.

Fourth graders practice estimating temperatures. They practice in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

Fifth graders use the Celsius and Fahrenheit thermometers to compare temperature readings. They use the Internet to find the temperatures of selected cities. After data is collected for five days, 5th graders graph the temperatures.

Fourth graders measure to the nearest centimeter. They work together to create a portrait of themselves with an accurate measurement of their smile to the nearest centimeter. This is a creative way for students to explore centimeters.

Fourth graders construct their own aquifer. They discover how water travels underwater and identifies sources of underground pollution. They record their observations and discuss the results.

Students determine the density of metal shot by a graphical method using significant digits in making measurements and calculations. Students graph a seris of laboratory measurements and determine density from a mass verses volume graph.

In this ESL vocabulary activity, students cross out the measurement words in the diagram by following the 10 directions. Students read the leftover words that creates a proverb.

In this math worksheet, learners look for the words in the puzzle that are related to the theme of measurement. Spelling skills are worked on.

Practice identifying metric mass units by putting packages on the scale. Read the scale, then choose the correct number and metric unit.

This metric system tutorial is compared to the U.S. standard system so that students can comprehend the measurement of length, volume, mass and the like.

USMA provides a listing of commonly used metric system units, symbols, and prefixes.

Practice converting a metric measure of mass to a smaller unit. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

[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...

Metric Conversions offers online calculators for making conversions, downloadable tables in many types of metric conversion (pdf format), and free conversion tools to put onto your website or dynamic pages.

A guide to support parents as they work with their students in unit conversions and problem solving with metric measurement.