Standard Course of Study :: Mathematics — Grade 1

LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 2

Measurement - The learner will use non-standard units of measure and tell time.

Objective 2.01

For given objects:

  • Select an attribute (length, capacity, mass) to measure (use non-standard units).
  • Develop strategies to estimate size.
  • Compare, using appropriate language, with respect to the attribute selected.

Resources aligned to this objective

A'Planting We Will Go
This lesson is based on the book, The Tiny Seed, by Eric Carle. This story will be used to introduce the children to the concept that seeds change and grow into plants when conditions in the environment including temperature, light, water and soil are appropriate. Children will learn that plants produce seeds that can become new plants. Through extended activities, the children will experience first-hand the germination of seeds. They will become familiar with the parts of a plant and learn how each part works to produce a healthy plant.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 English Language Arts, Social Studies, English Language Development, and Mathematics)
By Karol Schriber.
Chilly discoveries
Children will make ice cream and determine what makes this liquid turn into a solid.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Mathematics and Science)
By Allison Rollinson.
Chocolate! Chocolate! Chocolate!
Using chocolate as a theme, students will become involved in reading, writing, math, word study/spelling and other developmentally appropriate (integrated) activities. The unit includes centers for the classroom along with whole group activities.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Mathematics)
By Luwonna Oakes.
Grocery store matter
The lesson stimulates students' thought processes and makes students aware of the things around them by teaching them about the three kinds of matter and their properties.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 English Language Arts, Computer Technology Skills, Mathematics, and Science)
By Indiana Jennette.
Measurement Centers
During a center based activity groups of students will rotate around the classroom practicing non-standard unit of measurement concepts. In addition, they will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with measuring with rulers and will participate in a lesson about capacity.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1–2 Mathematics)
By Amy Kershaw.
Polar bears: Keeping warm at the Arctic
Students will learn about the polar bear's body coverings and how they help it to survive in the Arctic climate. The activities include a trip to the North Carolina Zoological park and a hands-on experiment to facilitate this goal, followed by reflection on and communication of what they have learned using a variety of media including art and literature.
Format: lesson plan (grade K–1 Mathematics and Science)
By Sandy Hardin.
Twisters in a jar
The class will discuss the motion, causes and effects of a tornado. The student will also be able to name the safety steps one should take when a tornado occurs.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 Mathematics and Science)
By Andrea Allen.
Whole language reading: Pumpkin pie baking activity
A whole language literature-based reading lesson that culminates in a cooking extension activity.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1 English Language Arts and Mathematics)
By Amy Durso.

Lesson plans on the web

The Area of Things...
Students recognize and use the attributes of length and area using nonstandard units. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Balancing Act
Students use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Block Pounds
Students explore the use of variables as unknowns as they solve for the weights of objects using information presented in pictures. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Can You Measure Up?
Students engage in dramatization and a variety of measuring activities that include estimation, equivalents, and elapsed time. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics)
Provider: ARTSEDGE: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Designing a Virtual Path
Students use their knowledge of numbers, measurement, and geometry to design a “virtual path” that enables a ladybug to hide under a leaf. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Computer Technology Skills and Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Drop by Drop
Students engage in activities that promote understanding of how to measure volume using standard units. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Estimation and measurement
Students will first measure with the idea of units in mind and then be challenged to consider why it is important to have standardized units of measurement. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 1–2 Mathematics)
Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Facing Up
Students create a map of their face and practice locating different parts using the geometric and measurement concepts they have learned in previous lessons. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics and Science)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Get the Turtle to the Pond
Provides opportunities for creative problem solving while encouraging young students to estimate length and angle measure. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Computer Technology Skills and Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Going Places: Looking Back and Moving Forward
This lesson helps the teacher determine if students have learned to link measurement and geometry to create maps and charts to show spatial relationships. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics and Science)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Handy Map
The teacher draws an outline of his or her hands and begins mapping them using words the students suggest. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Social Studies and Mathematics)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Helping Ladybug Hide with Arrows and Angles
Students use a Java applet to hide a ladybug under a leaf. This requires experimentation, planning, and understanding of spatial relationships and visual memory. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade K–2 Mathematics and Science)
Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics