Grade 5 Mathematics - Measurement
Explore the Measurement strand of the Grade 5 Mathematics curriculum. Develop skills in converting units, calculating volume, and applying measurement concepts to real-world situations.
Grade Five Expectations for Measurement
Essential Learning Outcome 1: Unit Conversion
- Convert like measurement units within a given measurement system
- Use these conversions in solving multi-step, real-world problems
- Understand relationships between different units of measurement
- Apply appropriate measurement units for different contexts
Specific Curriculum Outcomes
By the end of Grade Five, the learner will be expected to:
Inclusive Assessment Strategies
Assessment strategies that provide information about learning:
- Observations: Measurement technique demonstrations
- Conversations: Unit conversion reasoning discussions
- Products: Volume calculation and measurement tasks
Sample Assessment Tools:
- Unit conversion problem-solving tasks
- Volume measurement with manipulatives
- Real-world measurement application projects
Inclusive Learning Strategies
Additional Resources and Materials
Manipulatives
- Rulers, measuring tapes, and yardsticks
- Unit cubes and volume containers
- Scales and balances
- Measuring cups and graduated cylinders
- Stopwatches and timers
- Thermometers and temperature tools
Digital Resources
- Virtual measurement tools and simulators
- Unit conversion calculators
- Interactive volume and area activities
- Measurement games and challenges
- Educational videos on measurement concepts
Recommended Reading
- "Measurement in School Mathematics" by National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- "Teaching Measurement: Activities and Strategies" by Douglas Clements
- "Developing Measurement Concepts in a Problem-Solving Environment" by George Bright