Converting between miles and kilometres worksheet

In a worksheet designed to help Key Stage 2 students understand and convert between miles and kilometres, there are a series of engaging activities. The first activity requires students to use random digit cards with values in miles and kilometres. Students select two cards with different units of measure and then convert one of the numbers to match the unit of the other card. After converting, they perform addition and subtraction with the two numbers and exchange their calculations with a partner for verification, encouraging peer review and collaboration.

The second activity introduces the most commonly used formula for converting miles to kilometres, which is multiplying the number of miles by 1.6. It also presents an alternative method of conversion, which involves adding half and one-tenth of the miles to the original number. Students are tasked with using both formulas to convert distances and then compare the results to determine if they are the same and which formula is easier to use, fostering critical thinking and practical application of mathematical concepts. The final activity is a real-life scenario where students calculate the distances driven by two couples on a European road trip. They must convert the distances into miles, applying their understanding of the conversion between miles and kilometres, and solve an intriguing problem involving percentages and ratios.