3 Methods for Measuring Volume

This hands-on lesson plan allows students to investigate three methods for measuring volume. Students will learn to measure volume for liquids, regular-sized solids, and irregular sized objects. During the lesson students are exposed to demonstrations from the teacher and will participate in hands-on investigations utilizing three methods for measuring volume that they conduct and report to the class.
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 5
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Basic Calculators, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Keywords: volume, physical properties, matter
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Problem-Solving Task,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Demonstration, Predict-Explain-Observe-Explain, Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Structured Inquiry (Level 2), Guided Inquiry (Level 3), Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: iCPALMS

Aligned Standards

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these benchmarks.

Aligned Access Points

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these access points.

SC.5.N.1.In.1
Ask a question about the natural world, use selected reference materials to find information, work with others to carry out a simple experiment, and share results.

SC.5.N.1.Su.1
Ask questions about the natural world, use selected materials to find information, observe, and identify answers to the question.

SC.5.N.1.In.3
Recognize that experiments may include activities that are repeated.

SC.5.P.8.In.1
Identify basic properties of solids, liquids, and gases, such as color, texture, and temperature.

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