Max Maths, Year 5, Practice, Measuring lines to the nearest centimetre and millimetre

In the Max Maths curriculum for Year 5, students are introduced to the precise skill of measuring lines to the nearest centimetre and millimetre. This practice is essential for developing accuracy in measurement, a fundamental aspect of mathematics. The activity begins with a 'Let's Learn Together' section, where students are instructed on the correct method of measuring a line. They learn to align one end of the line with the zero mark on the ruler and ensure that the ruler is parallel to the line. This ensures that the measurement they take is accurate. An example is provided where a ruler is laid out with its markings in centimetres and millimetres, demonstrating that a line can measure, for instance, 4 centimetres and 3 millimetres in length.

Following the learning segment, students move on to the 'Let's Practise' section, where they are encouraged to apply their new measuring skills. They are presented with several lines of varying lengths and are tasked with using the rulers to measure these lines. The exercise requires them to record the lengths in centimetres and millimetres, reinforcing their understanding of the metric system. This hands-on activity not only strengthens their measurement capabilities but also prepares them for more advanced mathematical concepts. For further practice and to consolidate their learning, students are directed to workbook pages 193 to 197, where additional exercises and resources are available.