Mathematics / Year 2 / Measurement and Geometry / Using units of measurement

Curriculum content descriptions

Compare and order several shapes and objects based on length, area, volume and capacity using appropriate uniform informal units (ACMMG037)

Elaborations
  • comparing lengths using finger length, hand span or a piece of string
  • comparing areas using the palm of the hand or a stone
  • comparing capacities using a range of containers
General capabilities
  • Numeracy Numeracy
ScOT terms

Area,  Volume (Dimensions),  Length,  Informal units

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Measurement: Foundation to Year 9

This comprehensive resource describes the progression of measurement ideas. The resource demonstrates examples of relevant teaching strategies, investigations, activity plans and connected concepts in measurement including teaching and cultural implications.