Lesson Plan
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)

Smile: Metric Olympic Games (Intermediate)

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This activity can be used to introduce the metric system to students.
Handout
Colorado State University

Metric Numbers to Remember

For Students 9th - 10th
Look to this site for many important numbers and conversion factors used between the metric system and the customary system, such as speed of light, body temperature, distance from sun to earth, plus more.
Handout
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Nist: Rules & Style Conventions for International System of Units (Si)

For Students 9th - 10th
The official rules for using the SI (metric) system in the US, based on the National Institute of Standards. Must download their handbook.