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    Grade 2 · Mathematics

    Measurement

    MATH-G2-M

    7
    Essential Learning Outcomes
    42
    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    MATH-G2-M-ELO1

    Understanding What and How We Measure - Developing an understanding of measurable attributes

    7 specific outcomes

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO1Explain in your own words the concept of linear measurement.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO2Differentiate among measurable attributes related to linear measurements (length, width, height, depth and distance).
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO3Use vocabulary relating to each attribute (long, short, wide, narrow, deep, shallow, far, tall, near).
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO4Describe the term of nonstandard units.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO5Use non-standard units (units must be the same size and must be joined from end to end - no gaps)
    MATH-G2-M-ELO2

    Understanding What and How We Measure - Comparing and ordering based on measurable attributes

    6 specific outcomes

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO8Estimate and measure length, height, and distance, using standard units (i.e. centimetre, metre).
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO9Record and represent measurements of height, and distance length using a variety of ways (e.g. concretely, pictorial, written).
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO10Use a measuring tool such as a ruler or a tape measure, in both centimetres and metres to measure length, height and distances.
    MATH-G2-M-ELO3

    Understanding What and How We Measure - Developing and applying non-standard units of measure

    1 specific outcome

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO14Identify the appropriate unit of time such as seconds, minutes, hours, days etc. to describe a given activity or event.
    MATH-G2-M-ELO4

    Understanding What and How We Measure - Developing and applying standard units of measurement

    6 specific outcomes

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO15Create a time log of a daily activity using a specified unit(s) of time.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO16Compare the time taken to complete two or more given activities using nonstandard units. (number of claps, number of jumps, number of steps it takes to complete some thing).
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO17Use seconds, minutes, and hours to measure and describe the duration of various events.
    MATH-G2-M-ELO5

    Applying Techniques, Tools and Formulae for Measuring - Developing personal referents for measuring attributes

    5 specific outcomes

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO21Use units of time, including seconds, minutes, hours, and non-standard units, to describe the duration of various events.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO22Represent and read time on the hour, half past the hour and quarter past the hour.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO23Tell time from analog and digital clocks to the nearest five minutes, using a.m. and p.m.
    MATH-G2-M-ELO6

    Applying Techniques, Tools and Formulae for Measuring - Using tools to measure attribute

    8 specific outcomes

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO26Compare Measurement of lengths using a standard unit.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO27Solve addition and subtraction problems involving lengths up to 100 that are given in the same units.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO28Estimate lengths using centimeters and Meters.
    MATH-G2-M-ELO7

    Applying Techniques, Tools and Formulae for Measuring - Developing and applying formulae for measuring

    9 specific outcomes

    Specific Curriculum Outcomes
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO34Identify the standard units of grams (g) for mass and milliliters (mL) for volume.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO35Estimate the volume of liquid in containers using milliliters (mL) as the unit of measurement.
    • MATH-G2-M-SCO36Estimate the mass of objects using grams (g) as the unit of measurement.
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    MATH-G2-M-SCO6Compare and order measurements using nonstandard units of measurement.
  1. MATH-G2-M-SCO7Choose to use standard and non-standard units for the measurement of linear measurement where appropriate.
  2. MATH-G2-M-SCO11Identify the starting point of a measuring tool.
  3. MATH-G2-M-SCO12Recognize and use the abbreviations "cm" and "m" when measuring and recording lengths.
  4. MATH-G2-M-SCO13Create real life scenarios that involve measuring lengths, height and distances.
  5. MATH-G2-M-SCO18Compare and order the durations of different events using terms such as shorter, longer, and equal.
  6. MATH-G2-M-SCO19Solve simple addition and subtraction problems involving duration of time.
  7. MATH-G2-M-SCO20use appropriate vocabulary to describe time such as "seconds,", "minutes," "hours," "shorter," "longer," "earlier," and "later," among others.
  8. MATH-G2-M-SCO24Add a mixed collection of coins whose sum is less than or equal to one dollar. e.g. 25c, 10c and 5c pieces.
  9. MATH-G2-M-SCO25Solve real world and mathematical problems within one dollar involving 25c, 10c, 5c, and pennies, using the ¢ (cent) symbol appropriately.
  10. MATH-G2-M-SCO29Explore and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g) and milliliters (ml).
  11. MATH-G2-M-SCO30Measure attributes like length, weight, and time accurately by using units such as inches, centimeters, pounds, kilograms, and minutes.
  12. MATH-G2-M-SCO31Estimate measurements and make comparisons between different objects or quantities based on their attributes such as longer/shorter, heavier/lighter, and faster/slower.
  13. MATH-G2-M-SCO32Use measurement tools such as rulers, scales, and timers to measure and compare attributes.
  14. MATH-G2-M-SCO33Use simple formulas related to measurement to calculate the perimeter of basic shapes or find the average length of objects.
  15. MATH-G2-M-SCO37Compare and order different volumes of liquids and masses of objects using concepts such as more than, less than, and equal to when comparing volumes and masses.
  16. MATH-G2-M-SCO38Use measuring tools, such as graduated cylinders or measuring cups, to measure the volume of liquids accurately in milliliters (mL).
  17. MATH-G2-M-SCO39Use a balance or scale to measure the mass of objects accurately in grams (g).
  18. MATH-G2-M-SCO40Record measurements of volumes and masses in appropriate units (grams or milliliters) and write them in numerical form.
  19. MATH-G2-M-SCO41Solve problems involving estimating and measuring volumes and masses using grams and milliliters.
  20. MATH-G2-M-SCO42Create real-life situations, such as measuring ingredients for a recipe or estimating the amount of liquid in a container.