Measure

Measure

You can measure all sorts of things using different tools. You can use a ruler or a tape measure to measure lengths in cm and metres or use a jug to measure liquids in ml or litres.

On this site the different units of measure that will be covered are

  • Length

  • Weight

  • Capacity

  • Temperature

There are many different ways in which we need to understand measurement in real life. A few examples are:

  • Measuring a garden to order enough turf

  • Weighing ingredients for baking

  • Taking a temperature of someone feeling unwell

  • Knowing the correct amount of medicine to take


Assessment

By the end of this unit you will be able to:

1 Recognise and use measurement in real-life contexts by:

1.1 Using measuring instruments for real-life tasks

1.2 Interpreting scales to the nearest marked and numbered division

1.3 Recording measurements, using appropriate units

1.4 Using appropriate vocabulary to compare measured items


2 Tackle situations involving measurement in real-life contexts by:

2.1 Selecting appropriate measuring instruments

2.2 Using measuring instruments appropriately

2.3 Making a decision based on the results of measurements

Follow the link above to learn how to read a ruler when measuring length and a thermometer when measuring temperature