📏 Part 1: Measurement Units and Tools

1. Which unit would be BEST for measuring each object? Circle your answer.

a) A leaf:

millimetres (mm)

centimetres (cm)

metres (m)

b) A tree trunk:

millimetres (mm)

centimetres (cm)

metres (m)

2. What are three important things to remember when measuring accurately?

3. Fill in the blanks with the correct measurement tool:

For measuring a long branch, I would use a ________________.

For measuring a small seed, I would use a ________________.

🌿 Part 2: Nature Data Collection Table

4. Complete this data table with measurements from your outdoor exploration:

5. Which object was the most difficult to measure accurately? Explain why.

6. Why is it important for scientists to use standard units when measuring objects in nature?

7. Convert these measurements (Extension Activity):

a) 25 cm = _______ mm

b) 1.5 m = _______ cm

c) 120 mm = _______ cm

8. Home Learning Task: Find and measure 3 natural objects at home. Record your findings below:

9. Reflection: What did you learn about measurement and data organisation today?