Unit J – Mass Measurements
This maths scheme of work for Key Stage Two gets the children to solve a range of problems by measuring, estimating, comparing and calculating the mass of different objects using standard measurement units. The class can practise using a range of scales to record measurements taken in grams and kilograms.
Solve problems by measuring, estimating, comparing and calculating the mass of different objects using standard measurement units
Lesson One : Kitchen Scales
Practise using kitchen scales to estimate and measure the mass of different types of foods using measurement units recorded in grams and kilograms
Lesson Two : Scale Divisions
Select and devise a set of measurement scales using grams and kilograms that can be used to measure and record the mass of a range of classroom objects
Lesson Three : Toy Measurements
Identify and model how to use and read a scale to find the mass of different toys and games using measurements recorded in grams and kilograms
Lesson Four : Mass Stories
Select and record a range of sentences to show the mass of sets of different objects using measurements for units in grams and kilograms
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3D Shape Labels
Identify and record how to label models and illustrations of some different 3D shapes to indicate their special properties
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Adventure Plays
practise composing and performing play scripts using the correct structure and format to illustrate adventures to different locations
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Shakespeare Plays
Investigate the structure and format of different scenes extracted from plays by William Shakespeare to use for drama performances
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Greek Myths
Practise composing narrative stories to illustrate the structure and format of myths based on culture and traditions from Ancient Greece