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Measuring Up!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners practice measuring the human body for the proper fit of clothing. After watching a demo, they measure their partner making sure to double check their measurements. They make the piece of clothing for their partner altering the...
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Order Length

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this length worksheet, learners number the objects in order from shortest to longest. Students use the longest side of each to determine the order of length for the 9 problems.
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Measurement: Informal Length

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this measurement activity, students use various measurement units to measure the objects on the page. Students enhance their understanding of informal lengths.
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Get the Turtle to the Pond

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students estimate length and angle measure. They are asked to enter a sequence of LOGO commands to help the turtle get to the pond. Students write their own solutions using LOGO commands and input them into the computer.
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Use Measurement

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this measurements worksheet, students read the word problems and use the measurements within the problem to solve the six word problems.
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Order Length

For Students 1st - 2nd
In this length worksheet, students study the two objects in the 9 sets of problems and circle the object with the longest side. Students enhance their understanding of length.
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Measurement Worksheet Maker 2

For Students 5th - 8th
In this measurement worksheet, students complete 12 conversion problems about length, temperature, volume, and more. This is also a link to make more worksheets like this.
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Estimate Length Problems

For Students 7th
In this estimation of length worksheet, 7th graders complete 10 different problems that involve estimation of numbers. First, they solve each of the length problems shown by using the pictures. Then, students count one apple equal to the...
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Geometry - Measurement

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students review the procedure for determining appropriate types of measurements for given situations and measurement conversions. They figure perimeter, area, and volume of 2 and 3 dimensional objects.
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Working With Length

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this length worksheet, student find lengths and round, and solve addition problems, including word problems. All problems have to do with length.
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Measurement: Using the balance

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students use a balance and gram cubes to measure several different objects. They then record their results on a data chart and answer questions about them.
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Measuring a Mummy Case

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students calculate the size of a mummy case and its contents using ancient Egyptian measurements.
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Estimate Length

For Students 7th
In this estimation of length worksheet, 7th graders complete 20 different problems that include the estimation of numbers. They determine the approximate weight of each illustration shown in the box. Then, students circle the correct...
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EngageNY

Between-Figure and Within-Figure Ratios

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Tie the unit together and see concepts click in your young mathematicians' minds. Scholars apply the properties of similar triangles to find heights of objects. They concentrate on the proportions built with known measures and solve to...
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Virginia Department of Education

Going the Distance

For Teachers 6th Standards
Estimate the value of one of the most famous irrational numbers. The hands-on lesson plan instructs classmates to measure the circumference and diameters of circles using yarn. The ratio of these quantities defines pi.
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Virginia Department of Education

How Many Triangles?

For Teachers 9th - 11th Standards
Something for young mathematicians to remember: the sum of any two sides must be greater than the third. Class members investigates the Triangle Inequality Theorem to find the relationship between the sides of a triangle. At the same...
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EngageNY

Dividing the King’s Foot into 12 Equal Pieces

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Apply, apply, apply! A measurement lesson applies a number of concepts to help learn a new construction. Scholars learn to divide a segment into n equal parts using a method that uses the Side Splitter Theorem and a method that applies...
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To Be a Triangle Or Not To Be a Triangle?

For Students 10th
In this triangles worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 10 different problems that include applying the Triangle Inequality Theorem. First, they use the illustrated triangles and the data table to test the theorem. Then, students...
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How Far Can You Jump?

For Teachers K
Students estimate the distance of student's broad jumps. This activity can take place in the block center with a small group of students. They are explained that they are going to jump from a starting point (marked with the masking...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Christo’s Building

For Teachers 6th - 7th Standards
Hook your charges on how to solve a real-world art problem with mathematics by showing works of Christo. You can find eye-catching images on the Christo and Jeanne Claude webpage. Here, math learners help Jean Claude and Christo prepare...
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Scale Factor

For Students 6th - 12th Standards
Does doubling mean everything doubles? Learners adjust the scale factor between two rectangles. Using the calculated measurements, pupils investigate the ratios between the lengths, perimeters, and areas of the rectangles.
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Toilet Roll

For Teachers 9th - 11th Standards
Potty humor is always a big hit with the school-age crowd, and potty algebra takes this topic to a whole new level. Here the class develops a model that connects the dimensions (radii, paper thickness, and length of paper) of a common...
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EngageNY

Similarity and the Angle Bisector Theorem

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Identifying and verifying reproducible patterns in mathematics is an essential skill. Mathematicians identify the relationship of sides when an angle is bisected in a triangle. Once the pupils determine the relationship, they prove it to...
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American Statistical Association

Armspans

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Young mathematicians collect data on the arm spans of classmates. Then they sort the data by measures of center, spread, and standard deviation. Finally, they compare groups, such as boys and girls, to interpret any differences. 

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