Max Maths, Year 6, Try it, Measuring length (1)

In an engaging Max Maths activity designed for Year 6 students, the concept of measuring length is explored through practical estimation and measurement. Toby takes a guess at the length of a line, estimating it to be 11 centimetres and 5 millimetres (11.5 cm). Han then uses a ruler to measure the actual length of the line to verify Toby's estimate. The line is found to measure 11 centimetres and 4 millimetres, which can be precisely written as 11.4 cm. This measurement shows that Toby's estimate was quite accurate, being only 1 millimetre off from the true length of the line.

The activity continues with a 'Let's Try It' section where students are encouraged to match various objects to their correct estimated lengths. The estimates provided range from 4.2 cm to 6 cm 3 mm, including both centimetre and millimetre measurements. This task helps students to practice their skills in estimating and measuring lengths, reinforcing their understanding of the metric system and their ability to compare their estimates with actual measurements. It's a practical application of mathematics that enhances their precision and attention to detail when dealing with measurements.