Sophia Learning
Sophia: Standard Deviation
Students learn how to calculate the standard deviation by hand. Detailed examples that explore how to use the standard deviation formula are included.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Which Is Longer?
Students are introduced to the concept of length with this hands-on activity. Each student will choose two objects to compare by laying them next to each other and comparing which is longer. Students will record and discuss their findings.
Other
Nz Maths Measurement Lesson Plan: Spoonfuls, Cupfuls, and Handfuls
This New Zealand Measurement lesson plan offers an excellent opportunity for young students to explore, in a hands-on context, the concept of volume using non-standard units. There is also a Home Link available to send home for parents...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Souper Scooper
This hands-on, inquiry based lesson is an extension of the AMSTI Science Module, Solids and Liquids. Students use nonstandard units to measure beans in a soup mix. Students predict how many beans will be in a scoop. Students group beans...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Why the Metric System Matters
For the majority of recorded human history, units like the weight of a grain or the length of a hand weren't exact and varied from place to place. Now, consistent measurements are such an integral part of our daily lives that it's hard...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: How Heavy
Learners will have fun learning about weights with this hands-on activity. Students will use a balance scale to compare the weights of two different objects. Recording sheets are provided.