Measurement - CCSS 7.G.B.6, 5.MD.A.1, 5.MD.C.3, 6.G.A.1, 6.G.A.4

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1. Algebraic Reasoning Using Weighing Scales.
Click Image to Enlarge		Learn how to think algebraically with these clever weighing scales. Look for clues and solve the challenges. Apply what you already know! SEE MORE
2. Area Explorer.
Click Image to Enlarge		Students are shown shapes on a grid after setting the perimeter and asked to calculate areas of the shapes. (Printable resources available under the "learner" tab.) SEE MORE
3. Coin Weighing.
Click Image to Enlarge		Can you find the fake coin? The fake one is lighter or heavier than the real coins. With the use of a scale, you will discover whether each coin is real or fake! The difficulty of the game depends on how many coins you wish to include SEE MORE
4. Graduated Cylinder Challenge.
Click Image to Enlarge		In this activity you will need to successfully determine the volume of colored water in 5 different graduated cylinders.  SEE MORE
5. Learning About Measures.
Click Image to Enlarge		Use these links to find length, mass, or capacity measurement activities. (Supporting worksheets available) SEE MORE
6. Lever Physics.
Click Image to Enlarge		The goal of this math/physics game is to achieve a perfect balance by putting all the given objects onto the lever. Click and drag the objects onto the lever until both sides of the lever are the same. Can you get the lever balanced? The game requires precise movements and careful thinking. SEE MORE
7. Measure It.
Click Image to Enlarge		Practice using a ruler, in inches and centimeters. Levels from easy to super brain. SEE MORE
8. Measurement Practice: Length.
Click Image to Enlarge		Drag the ruler to measure the length of the red box. Input the measurement in the text box to check your work. Correctly measure 5 in a row to complete the activity. SEE MORE
9. Measuring Angles.
Click Image to Enlarge		Rotate the protractor into position and input your measurement to the nearest whole number!  SEE MORE
10. Measuring Volume Using a Graduated Cylinder.
Click Image to Enlarge		View an explanation of how to read a graduated cylinder by measuring the lowest portion of the meniscus. A quiz completes the activity.  SEE MORE
11. Measuring Volume.
Click Image to Enlarge		Measure the volume of liquids and solids using beakers, graduated cylinders, overflow cups, and rulers. Water can be poured from one container to another and objects can be added to containers. A pipette can be used to transfer small amounts of water, and a magnifier can be used to observe the meniscus in a graduated cylinder. Test your volume-measurement skills in the "Practice" mode of the Gizmo. SEE MORE
12. Perimeter Explorer.
Click Image to Enlarge		You will be shown shapes on a grid after setting the area and then asked to calculate perimeters of the shapes. (Printable resources available under the "learner" tab.) SEE MORE
13. Perimeter of a Rectangle.
Click Image to Enlarge		Calculate the perimeter of a rectangle with given dimensions. SEE MORE
14. Platform Scales Addition.
Click Image to Enlarge		Weigh several items and find the sum in hundredths of a gram. SEE MORE
15. Platform Scales Subtraction.
Click Image to Enlarge		Weigh several items and find the difference in hundredths of a gram. SEE MORE
16. Seesaw Logic - Weight Game.
Click Image to Enlarge		Look at the seesaw and use logic to determine which item is the heaviest. After comparing the weights of the objects, click on the heaviest one at the bottom of the screen. Speed and accuracy counts. Play all 20 levels to claim the trophy! SEE MORE
17. Shape Explorer.
Click Image to Enlarge		You will be shown shapes on a grid and asked to calculate areas and perimeters of the shapes. (Printable resources available under "learner" tab.) SEE MORE
18. Using a Platform Scale.
Click Image to Enlarge		Practice using scales like the one in a doctor's office. Five Gregs will drop on the scale, waiting to be weighed, see how quickly you can weigh them.  SEE MORE