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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Cities, Towns and Villages
Research and present the history of a range of different buildings and people that are part of the local community using a school exhibition
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Recycling
Research and present some of the benefits and disadvantages that can be produced when recycling different materials at home and in school
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Viking Pots
Develop and refine a range of different art and design techniques when working with clay to make pots that represent Viking culture and traditions
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Bronze Age
Research and illustrate how life in Britain developed and changed during the Bronze Age including the growth of communities and trade