Measurement- Exploring Capacity Ordering and Comparing

This measurement exploration worksheet is designed for educators, specifically those teaching students about capacity, ordering, and comparisons. It provides a hands-on approach to understanding these concepts and is suitable for use in both classroom and homeschooling environments.

Usage: This worksheet offers a dynamic learning experience for understanding the concepts of capacity, ordering, and comparisons. It is a valuable resource for educators, whether in a traditional classroom or homeschooling setup, to enhance students’ grasp of these important measurement principles.

Activity: Capacity measurement, ordering, comparisons, hands-on learning.

Tools Needed: Pocket chart, sorting cards, color printer for best results.

Page Size: 8.5″x 11″ (Letter Size)

User Instructions:

• Sorting and Comparing Cards: Utilize the pocket chart or sorting cards, available in color and black/white, for sorting and comparing sizes. These cards serve as valuable visual aids during lessons.
• Ordering by Capacity: Utilize the “Greatest to Least” and “Least to Greatest” headers to guide students in arranging items based on their capacity. The nine sorting cards with six pictures each can be employed for this activity.
• Comparing Capacity: Engage students in comparing capacity by using phrases like “Holds more than a pail” and “Holds less than a pail.”
• Assessment Activities: Use the assessment worksheets (cut/paste) for students to apply their knowledge. This includes ordering by capacity and comparing capacity (“Color or circle the item that has a greater capacity”).