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The Search for Centimeters

For Teachers 2nd
Investigate the length of various objects in metrics! In this measurement lesson, 2nd graders estimate and find the length of objects in the classroom using centimeters.
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Draw an Inch, Walk a Mile

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students work in small groups to solve the problems presented. The main project, mapping the classroom, use these discussions to collaborate in creating a tangible demonstration of their understanding.
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Now That's Using Your Head!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Explore linear measurement. Scholars will measure the circumference of their head and the distance they can jump. Information is recorded, averages are calculated, and a data table is completed. They then determine possible relationships...
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"How Much?" Contest - Measurement

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students work with measurements of length, area, and volume capacity of a liquid. They watch a teacher demonstration of both English and metric units before they estimate and take actual measurements of assigned items a three different...
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Introduction to Measurement

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students are able to observe and measure the variability in the length of the forearm and the length of the foot and to test a common belief of the foot is equal to the length of the forearm.
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Sliding Along

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the concept of linear measurements and how they work. Coins are used to reinforce the process.
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Metric Conversions

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students practice the fundamentals of converting metric measurements. They translate a mathematical idea from one form to another and compare and convert a given measurement to another unit within the same measurement system. Students...
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Metrically Me!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students define the parts of a database, search strategies to locate information electronically, create/modify databases, etc. and enter data into a prepared spreadsheet to perform calculations.
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Make Me Metric

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore standard and nonstandard measurement. In this measurement activity, 6th graders estimate the lengths of different objects and write about their observations during measuring. Students work in groups to...
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English Measurement System

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students determine how to convert measurement. In this English Measurement activity, students discover interesting facts about the history of measurement. Students study formulas and practice using them.
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International System of Units: Metric System

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students listen to lecture on metric system, make vocabulary book containing at least fifteen related terms, measure length, mass, and volume using appropriate metric units, and measure temperature using Celsius scale.
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Measurement

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Learners investigate the relationship between metric length measurement and English length measurement units. They watch a demonstration of the use of centimeter and millimeter rulers before practicing using the Ladder technique to...
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Metric Conversion

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders access prior knowledge to complete a do now using metric conversion. In this metric conversion lesson, 5th graders will respond to problems and analyze for a possible mnemonic device.
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Exploring Customary and Metric Systems

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students investigate and measure using the metric and customary units. In this math lesson, students investigate which method is used most worldwide, the metric or the customary. They convert from unit to the other.  
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Measuring Up!

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Young scholars draw lines of certain lengths by using appropriate measuring tools. In this measurement lesson plan, students determine which measurement tools would be best to draw specific lengths to make a barn.
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Garden Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine the metric system. In this metric system lesson plan, 2nd graders compare measurements of common objects in metric units. Students compete in a garden scavenger hunt.
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Making Benchmarks - Mass

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Elementary schoolers predict the mass for different objects. Then, using objects of 1kg mass, they make a more precise prediction. Afterwards, they discuss the need for having and using standard measures of mass. 
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Mini-Metric Olympics

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders participate in the mini-metric Olympics. In this measurement instructional activity, 8th graders solve real-world problems that require them to calculate length, area, and volume in metric units.
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Measure Object Using English and Metric Systems

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students are able to measure various objects using English and metric systems within half of the smallest unit of the measurement device. Students identify units of length, volume, mass and temperature according to International System...
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Measuring Marvels

For Teachers K - 8th
Students discover how units of measurement help people to categorize objects. In this measurement lesson, students discuss various units of measurement, use creativity to invent new possible units of measure, and learn the history of...
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Measuring Natural Objects

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students predict the measurement of objects. In this measurement activity, students estimate the measurements of objects in a lab. Students measure irregular objects and generate scientific observations.
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Measurement and Estimation

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders create a table in order to record estimations and measurements of objects. In this estimation and measurement lesson plan, 3rd graders estimate and measure object's lengths, area, weight, and capacity.
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Metric Units Of Length

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this metric units of length worksheet, students working with a partner problem solve and calculate the answers to twenty word problems and mathematical equations involving millimeters and kilometers.
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Comparing Measurements

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore measurements by completing worksheets in class. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the basic measurement units in both the English and metric systems. Students analyze 2 and 3 dimensional objects and...

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