Measuring in Fractions: Eighths Edition
Grade 5 Mathematics Learning to measure with 1/8 inch precision Hands-on measuring adventures await!
What Are We Learning Today?
Read fractional inch marks on rulers Measure objects to the nearest 1/8 inch Record measurements in fraction form Move around and explore measurement together!
Understanding Your Ruler
Whole inches are the longest lines Half inches (1/2) are medium lines Quarter inches (1/4) are shorter lines Eighth inches (1/8) are the shortest lines
Ruler Reading Challenge
Look at your ruler Find the 1/8 inch marks Count from 0 to 1 inch by eighths Partner up and quiz each other!
Reading Fractions on the Ruler
Start at zero, not the ruler edge Count the eighth marks carefully 3/8 means 3 eighth-marks from zero 5/8 is more than half way to 1 inch
Measurement Station Adventure
Visit 5 stations around the room Measure different objects at each station Record measurements to nearest 1/8 inch Work in teams of 5 students
Fraction Match Movement Game
Fraction cards are placed around the room Listen for the measurement I call out Find and stand by the matching card Explain your thinking to the class!
Measuring Masters Summary
We learned to read 1/8 inch marks We measured real objects accurately We moved around and had fun learning Tomorrow we'll compare our measurements!