Using Different Non-Standard Units to Measure

Students explore mass measurements. In this non-standard unit measurement lesson, students use non-standard units of measurement to find the weight of different objects. They work in small groups and complete a variety of measuring...

Learners compare units of measurement. In this liquid measurements lesson, students experiment with the standard liter unit of measurement compared to non-standard measurements.  They divide of up into 3 groups and each group performs a...

Young mathematicians put one foot in front of the other as they learn how to measure length in an elementary math lesson. Using paper cutouts of their own feet, children measure classroom objects as they discover the importance of...

Students examine area. In this area measurement lesson, students use non-standard units of measurement to find the area of various objects in the classroom. They work in small groups on different measurement activities and present their...

Practice measuring skills with a 10-question worksheet that challenges scholars to measure lines using centimeters and inches.  

Challenge your second graders with a worksheet on units of measurement! Not only do they put their measurement skills to the test, but kids practice word problem strategies as well. The second part of the resource prompts students to...

Would you use inches or miles to measure a finger? How would you measure the water in a pool, or milk in a carton? Reinforce units of measurement with your first grade class. Learners circle the correct unit of measurement for each...

Who doesn't love playing with marbles? These, along with cubes and other manipulatives, are used to determine the volume of objects. These non-standard units of measure. help the class determine the length, width, and height of various...

Young scholars get to experiment with using non-standard units of measurement. They also try their hand at creating a map of a special place at their school. Some excellent handouts are embedded in this instructional activity, which will...

Why do we need standard measurement? Youngsters listen to Rolf Myller's How Big is a Foot?, compare family member footprints cut out of paper, and discuss why standard measurement is important. They then participate in a hands-on...