Entry Task

If you needed to measure the size of this classroom, what measuring tools could you use?

Record as many measuring tool choices as possible. Circle the one you think would be your best choice.

9/20/10 Measurement #5

Today’s Plan:-Measurement Activity-Scientists

Learning Target:-I will use measuring tools correctly, and collect accurate data.

LT: I will use measuring tools correctly, and collect accurate data.

Measuring Length

Ruler: http://www.k12math.com/math-concepts/measurement/ruler-cm.jpg

How many millimeters are in 1 centimeter?

What is the length of the line in centimeters? _______cm

What is the length of the line in millimeters? _______mm

What is the length of the line to the nearest centimeter? ________cm

HINT: Round to the nearest centimeter – no decimals.

1 centimeter = 10 millimeters

Record your measurements

Practice

Width of table

Length of table

Height of chair

Height of lab table

Use a ruler

Use a measuring tape

Use a meter stick

Thursday’s Scientist Assignment Information• Scientist Name• Dates of the scientist’s life• Country the scientist is from• Their scientific contribution or discovery• How their scientific contribution affects life today

You will need to make a poster including the above information in words and pictures.

You will be given all day in class on Thursday.

9/20/10 Measurement #5

Today’s Plan:-Measurement Activity-Scientists

Learning Target:-I will use measuring tools correctly, and collect accurate data.

Test Tomorrow

(look at the test on SharePoint)

9/20/10 Measurement #5

Today’s Plan:-Measurement Activity-Scientists

Learning Target:-I will use measuring tools correctly, and collect accurate data.