Measure length using centimetre cubes
I can measure length using centimetre cubes.
Measure length using centimetre cubes
I can measure length using centimetre cubes.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Individual cm cubes can be used to measure objects.
- The cm cubes should be lined up exactly with one end of the object with no gaps between them to measure accurately.
- It is important to measure in a straight line.
- The number of cubes tells you the length of the object.
Keywords
Centimetre - A measure of length (about the width of a fingernail).
Standard unit - Uniform units of of measure that are agreed throughout a community.
Accurate - To work in a careful way so that there are no mistakes.
Common misconception
Children may not use cubes accurately, for example leaving gaps between the objects. They may also miscount the cubes.
Encourage children to build a straight line of cubes with no gaps first, then place the object they want to measure along the line of cubes. Encourage them to touch each cube as they count.
To help you plan your year 1 maths lesson on: Measure length using centimetre cubes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 1 maths lesson on: Measure length using centimetre cubes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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