Measuring Mass Using Standard Units - Worksheet

In a series of engaging worksheets, students are introduced to the concept of measuring mass using standard units. The first worksheet presents a straightforward task where students must decide between grams and kilograms as the suitable unit of mass for a variety of items. They are encouraged to circle the unit they believe is most appropriate for each item listed, with six different opportunities to apply their understanding of which unit is more fitting for lighter or heavier objects.

Subsequent worksheets delve deeper into the measurement of mass. In the second worksheet, students are faced with the practical task of writing down the mass of different objects, with the challenge of selecting the correct unit of mass – either kilograms (kg) or grams (g) – and providing the numerical value. The third worksheet builds on this by asking students to choose the correct unit of mass for different items, similar to the first worksheet, but also to write down the specific mass and illustrate it by drawing the scale hand on a representation of a balance scale. These exercises aim to solidify the students' ability to measure and understand mass in real-world contexts, enhancing their mathematical skills in a practical way.