Modular Math: Measurement

Measurement

Welcome to Measurement! This unit of Modular Math focuses on the various types of measurement, from height and weight to distance, length, and speed. Starting in Foundations (Kindergarten equivalent), students will learn some basic skills with length, height, and weight along with measuring days, seasons, and years. Because there is so much to learn at this level, Step 1 is really a “part B” of Foundations and goes deeper into using a ruler, measuring in inches and feet, volume and capacity, and more! As we work our way up, we’ll explore standard and non-standard units of measurement, when to use each one, how to convert between different units, and so much more! Our spiral and mastery style program introduces basic measurement concepts and continues to reinforce them throughout the entire program.

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Measurement Scope and Sequence

Foundations

Module 1

Introducing measurement
Real-life applications of measurement: height, weight, and temperature
Nonstandard measurement
Use visuals and hands-on activities to measure everyday items
Compare objects by size
Understand the concept of size comparison
Bible: Isaiah 40:8
Measure yourself by God's word, which never changes
John 1:12
Isaiah 43:4
1 Peter 2:9
Review: counting from one to 20 and ordinal numbers

Module 2

Longer and shorter
Introdution of terms in measurement: length, longer, and shorter
Compare measurements of two items
Identify the object that is longer or shorter in a set
Use blocks to measure items in a nonstandard unit
Observe differences in measurements
Real-life applications of measuring length
Bible: Jeremiah 31:3
God's love is too great to be measured
Draw pictures to illustrate the concept of longer and shorter
Numbers can be compared to others as larger or smaller

Module 3

Understanding height
Real-life examples of measuring height: people, animals, and everyday objects
Understand the relationship between height and length
How to measure height
Measurement in feet and inches
Using nonstandard measurement to calculate height of objects
Hands-on application of measurement: Create a growth chart
Bible: Romans 8:38–39
God's love for you is endless
Use illustrations to demonstrate knowledge of the concept of height
Identify objects as taller or shorter
Observe differences in sets of objects

Module 4

Understanding weight
Introducing the terms: weight, heavier, and lighter
Comparing weights of objects
Identifying the heavier or lighter object in a set
Hands-on activity: classify objects from the environment as light or heavy
Bible: Matthew 11:28–30
Jesus gives rest and helps to carry the load
Make and test predictions
Draw pictures to illustrate the concept of weight

Module 5

Observing predictable routines
Patterns in daily life
Compare your daily events with placement of the Sun and Moon
Times of the day: morning, afternoon, evening, and night
Bible: Psalm 139:12
There is no darkness or fear in God
Psalm 4:8
Review of measurement

Module 6

Seasons
The cause of changing seasons
The earth tilts
Seasons happen in a pattern
Four seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter
How seasons are relevant to your life
Predictable events during each season
Bible: Ecclesiastes 3:1
God can use every season in life to teach and lead us
Clothing associated with each season

Module 7

Months of the year
Identify patterns in time
Seasons are broken up into twelve months
Events that take place in each month
Predictable weather
Bible: Psalm 104:19
Natural rhythms
God's timing is perfect
Match months to the season
Place the months of the year in order
Real-life application: your birthday month and season

Module 8

Days of the week
Patterns in time: seven days in each week
Activities that take place on each day of the week
Predictable rhythms in the measurement of time
Write the names of the days of the week
Bible: Genesis 2:3
Observing the sabbath
Discriminate weekdays from the weekend
Order the days of the week from beginning to end

Module 9

Yesterday, today, and tomorrow
Observing patterns and order in time
Understand and use the terms: yesterday, today, and tomorrow
Concept of time progression
Apply knowledge of time progression to solve word problems
Identify events in sequential time
Bible: Matthew 6:25-34
There is no need to worry
God provides what you need
Review of measurement in weight, height, days, weeks, and months

Module 10

Meet the calendar
Tools for measuring time: calendars
Types of calendars: paper and digital
Use a calendar to identify the month and day of the week
Read a calendar to determine the number of days in a month
Match the days of the week to their abbreviation on a calendar
Observe sequences and patterns in time
Hands-on connection: complete a calendar for the current month
Plan and record personal events on a calendar
Bible: Psalm 90:12
It is important to slow down and do things that honor God
Organize time by season, month, and day
Measure items in standard and nonstandard units
Review months and days of the week

Step 1

Module 1

Introducing length
Compare objects by size
Understand the concept of size comparison
Review of terms: length, longer, shorter, longest, and shortest
Use nonstandard measurement to find the length of objects
Hands-on activity: measuring items in your home
Describe the relative length of objects
Identify objects using comparison words, such as longer or shorter
Bible: Exodus 25:10
The importance of careful measurement
God's instructions to Moses for building the ark of the covenant
Use deductive reasoning to solve riddles

Module 2

Meet the ruler
Standard measurement
Real-life math applications of standard measurement
Tools in math: the ruler
Observe differences and similarities between various rulers
How to use a ruler to draw lines and measure length in inches
Become familiar with handling a ruler
Locating numbers on a ruler
Hands-on activity: use a ruler to measure tangible items
Bible: Psalm 147:5
God's wisdom and power are beyond measure

Module 3

Inches
Tools for measuring length: rulers and measuring tapes
The importance of standard measurements
Introducing U.S. customary system of measurement
Read, write, and use the terms inch and inches in word, abbreviation, and symbol forms
Use a ruler to draw and measure straight lines
Hands-on activity: measure items from your home with a ruler
Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:9
Psalm 139:14
You are "fearfully and wonderfully made"
The trap of comparison
Remember to focus on your strengths from God
Apply knowledge of measuring inches to solve word problems
Order objects from shortest to longest

Module 4

Feet
Introducing equivalency equations: 12 inches equals one foot
Read, write, and use the terms foot and feet in word, abbreviation, and symbol forms
Tools in math: measuring tape
Name and label the parts of a measuring tape
Use a measuring tape and ruler to measure the length of objects in feet
Bible: Matthew 19:26
Philippians 4:13
Identify the correct tool to use when measuring different objects
Hands-on activity: measure items from your home in feet
Compare units of measurement with greater than or less than symbols
Mark the missing even and odd numbers on a ruler
Review of ordinal numbers

Module 5

Introducing height
Explain the relationship between height and length
Read and use terms related to height: tall, high, taller, tallest, short, and shortest
Compare objects in a set by height
Identify when to measure height or length
Describe the relative height of items
Tools for measuring height: measuring tapes
Read the length displayed on measuring tapes and rulers
Measure the height of household objects
Hands-on activity: create a growth chart
Bible: Romans 8:38–39
Nothing can ever separate you from God
Apply knowledge of measurement to solve word problems
Choose the correct measurement tool
Use subtraction to find the difference in heights
Number sense review

Module 6

Introducing weight
Read and use terms related to weight: dense, heavy, light, heavier, lighter, and pound
Compare objects in a set by weight
Describe the relative weight of items
Identify objects as heavy or light
Tools for measuring weight: scales
Read, understand, and use the abbreviation lb.
Make an educated prediction and test it
Compare recorded data to a hypothesis
Order weights from lightest to heaviest
Practical application: weigh yourself on a scale
Bible: Matthew 11:28–30
God provides rest from heavy burdens
Apply knowledge of measuring to solve word problems
Draw pictures to show concepts related to measurement

Module 7

Scales
Types of scales to measure weight: digital, balance, and mechanical
Reasons for using scales: growth, cooking, and medication
Hands-on activity: create and use your own balance scale to measure the weight of objects
Compare the relative weights of objects
Choose the correct tool for weighing items
Identify objects from a set as heavier or lighter
Bible: Proverbs 11:1
God desires fairness and honesty
Use pictures to show the concept of heavier, lighter, and balanced
Apply knowledge of scales to solve word problems
Order items based on weight from lightest to heaviest

Module 8

Capacity
Read, understand, and use the term capacity
Real-life application of capacity: measurement in cooking and baking
Estimate and compare the capacity of different containers
Identify which object in a set holds more or less
Determine which container to use based on capacity
Make predictions about the capacity of different shaped containers
Order containers from least to most capacity
Hands-on activity: measuring capacity in your home
Bible: 2 Kings 4:1–7
Elisha and the widow
God has the capacity to handle anything
Draw pictures to represent the concept of larger capacity

Module 9

Volume
Read, understand, and use the term volume
Explore the relationship between capacity and volume
Estimate and compare the volume of different containers
Identify which image shows more or less volume
Tell whether an image shows capacity or volume
Draw pictures to express different volumes and capacities
Label containers in order from most to least volume and capacity
Describe volume with the terms: full, half full, and empty
Explain to a family member what you have learned
Hands-on activity: Demonstrate the difference between volume and capacity by filling glasses with water
Bible: The Holy Spirit teaches, helps, and gives power
John 14:26a
Romans 8:26a
Acts 1:8
Apply knowledge of measurement to solve word problems
Review of measurement

Module 10

Cups
Introduction to measuring in cups
Sort cups based on their capacity from most to least
Read, understand, and use fractions when describing cups
Read, understand, and use the abbreviation "c" for cup
Parts of a whole
Identify the relationships between 1 cup, 1/2 cup, and 1/4 cup
Label images of cups in order from largest to smallest
Apply knowledge of volume and capacity to cups
Hands-on activity: measure water in different amounts
Add smaller fractions to equal a cup
Apply knowledge of cups to solve word problems
Bible: 1 Corinthians 12:12
The body of Christ is made up of many different people
God gives everyone special talents and purposes
Compare objects based on measurement

Step 2

Module 1

Digital time (hour)
Measuring time
Read and understand the time displayed on digital clocks
Understand meaning of the terms: colon and o'clock
How to verbally read times
Identify hours and minutes on a digital clock
Hands-on activity: find digital clocks around your home
Read digital clocks to the exact hour
Bible: Matthew 24:36
Jesus is coming back again
Be ready and watchful for Jesus' return
Label the parts of a digital clock
Write digital numbers
Review of measurement
Use deductive reasoning to solve math riddles

Module 2

Analog clock (hour)
Identify the parts of an analog clock: minute hand, hour hand, second hand, face, and numbers
Tell and write time shown on analog clocks (hour)
How to read o'clock times aloud
Understand the function of each clock hand
Draw hands on clocks to show the time
Write the missing numbers on a clock face
Hands-on activity: design your own clock
Bible: Paul and Silas
God will come to your rescue, even in midnight hours
Match the time from an analog clock to a digital clock
Apply knowledge of reading analog clocks (hour) to solve word problems

Module 3

Stages of the day
Organized divisions of time
Predictable patterns in time
Understand that there are 24 hours in a day and clocks go to 12 twice a day
Develop a sense of time
Match pictures to different sections of the day
Use the terms morning, afternoon, evening, and night
Relate sections of the day to your routines and activities
Bible: Lamentations 3:22–23
God's love is faithful and never changes
Sequence parts of the day in time order
Draw pictures to demonstrate knowledge of different times of day
Label the parts of a clock

Module 4

Digital time (half hour)
Introduction of terms related to time: half an hour, half, half past
Draw comparisons between time and fractions
Parts of a whole
Concepts of telling time: 60 minutes in an hour, 30 minutes in half an hour
Tell and write time on digital clocks (half hour)
How to read displayed times aloud
Convert times from words to numerical form (half hour and o'clock)
Label an analog clock to show half an hour
Add minutes to times to represent half hours
Bible: Matthew 27:51
The curtain was torn at the time of Jesus' death
We can talk to God directly through prayer
Match the times from digital to analog clocks

Module 5

Analog clock (half hour)
Skip counting by fives
Identify the parts of an analog clock: minute hand, hour hand, and numbers
Tell and write time shown on analog and digital clocks (half hour)
How to read times aloud
Use the following terms when reading a clock: thirty and half past
Draw hands on clocks to show the time
Bible: Revelation 8:1
The importance of pausing
Psalm 46:10
Match clocks to the correct time shown
Apply knowledge of reading analog clocks (half hour) to solve word problems
Draw pictures to show understanding of time

Module 6

Introducing the calendar
Measuring time in days, weeks, and years
Tools for measuring time: calendars
Types of calendars: paper and digital
Use a calendar to identify the month and day of the week
Hands-on connection: locate calendars and planners in your home
Calendars may start on Sunday or Monday
Read a calendar to determine the number of days in a month
Find marked events on a calendar
Write the date in day, month, year order
Observe sequences and patterns in time
Bible: Psalm 118:24
Rejoice in the day the Lord has given you

Module 7

Months and their days
Identify the month and days shown on a calendar
Use a calendar to determine the first day of a month
Incorporate kinesthetic learning techniques
Tell how many days are in each month
Spell the months of the year
Concepts in telling time: February has 28 or 29 days
Explanation of leap year
Hands-on activity: complete and label a calendar for the current month
Mark your activities on a calendar
Bible: Hebrews 13:8
Jesus never changes
Review of telling time

Module 8

Ordinal months
Name and number the 12 months in sequential order
Concept: calendar years run from January through December
Correctly write the names of the months
Match months to their season
Observe patterns in time
Identify incorrect month sequences and fix them
Apply knowledge of ordinal months to solve word problems
Bible: Revelation 22:2
Bearing new fruit each month
Draw pictures to represent seasons and months

Module 9

Writing dates
Real-life application of writing dates: signing documents and letters
How to read dates aloud
Order in writing dates
Personal connections: writing your birth month, day, and year
Capitalize the first letter of each month
Place a comma after the date
Match each month to its abbreviation
Bible: Psalm 90:12
Spend time with God in prayer
Write the abbreviation for the month
Identify correctly written dates
Review of time

Module 10

Temperature
Measuring temperature with a thermometer
Real-life applications: sickness, outdoor activities
Use terms to describe the temperature: cool, cold, warm, hot, mild
Sort activities as hot-day activities or cold-day activities
Understand the concept of hot vs. cold
Match thermometers to the general type of weather
Bible: hot vs. lukewarm
Match clothing to the correct type of temperature
Use a thermometer to determine the general temperature
Review of measurement and tools
Color thermometers to show the correct temperature

Step 3

Module 1

Length
Introduction to linear measurement
Real-life examples of measurement: compare, estimate, plan, build, and create
Read and use abbreviations and symbols for inch and foot
Part of a whole: 12 inches in one foot
Ways to write a half inch
Use terms to describe relative length: long, wide, tall, high, far, distance, length, deep
Tools in measurement: the ruler
Measure objects to the inch and half inch with a ruler
Use a ruler to draw lines to specified lengths
Bible: Matthew 28:20
Hebrews 13:8
God is with you from beginning to end
Hands-on activity: Find items in your home that are specific lengths
Classify items as being longer or shorter
Add in multiples of 12
Compare different length measurements with greater than or less than symbols
Apply knowledge of length to solve word problems

Module 2

Height and distance
Explore the relationship between height and length
Read, understand, and use the terms: inch, foot, and yard
Read, understand, and use symbols or abbreviations for inch, foot, and yard
Hands-on activity: measure your height and objects in your home in feet and inches
Equivalency equations for inches, feet, and yards
Convert measurements between inches, feet, and yards
Add in multiples of 12
Skip count by 3
Apply knowledge of measuring height to solve word problems
Use addition and subtraction to solve word problems
Bible: Psalm 103:11
God's love is too large to be measured
Translate numbers from word to digit form
Order measurements from least to greatest

Module 3

Mass
Relationship between mass and heavy
Tools for measuring mass: scales
Weigh objects in pounds and ounces
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations lb., lbs., and oz.
Equivalency equations
16 ounces are equal to one pound
Identify whether an object should be weighed in pounds or ounces
Compare pounds and ounces with greater than or less than symbols
Sort objects in a set based on mass
Use the terms heavier, lighter, heaviest, and lightest to order items
Add or subtract to convert pounds and ounces
Apply knowledge of mass to solve word problems
Bible: Job 28:25
God carefully measured His creations with purpose
Jeremiah 29:11
Parts of a whole: solving for half pounds and half ounces
Testing predictions about mass
Use knowledge of measurement to solve math puzzles

Module 4

Capacity and volume
Real-life examples of capacity: choosing and filling containers
Compare a cup (c.) in measurement and cup for drinking
Hands-on activity: measuring water
Demonstrate understanding of capacity and volume
Explore the relationships between capacity and volume
Label images representing capacity and volume
Compare amounts of capacity with greater than or less than symbols
Identify the number of ounces in a cup and half cup
Define the terms capacity and volume
Make and test predictions about capacity
Apply knowledge of capacity and volume to solve word problems
Bible: love is similar to capacity
Ask God to increase your capacity
1 Corinthians 13:4–7
Explain the differences between volume and capacity
Use equivalency equations to solve conversion problems between cups and fluid ounces
Color pictures to demonstrate understanding of capacity and volume

Module 5

Temperature
Real-life examples of monitoring temperature: choosing clothing, planting gardens, and cooking safely
Thermometers measure temperature
Label types of thermometers: liquid, digital, and infrared
Read and write temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit
Read, understand, and use the abbreviation ºF
Hands-on activities: locate thermometers in your home, practice taking temperatures, and track the temperature
Determine whether temperatures are hot or cold
Apply knowledge of measuring temperatures to solve word problems
Bible: Genesis 8:22
Trust in God's patterns, love, and provision
Psalm 136:1
Identify the freezing and boiling points of water
Identify the normal body temperature
Draw pictures to represent understanding of different temperatures
Choose temperature-appropriate clothing
Compare temperatures
Solve math riddles using knowledge of measurement

Module 6

12-hour clock
Concepts in telling time: 24 hours in a day
Demonstrate understanding that there are 12 a.m. and 12 p.m. hours each day
List activities you do during each part of the day
Add and subtract to calculate elapsed time
Apply knowledge of telling time to solve word problems
Complete the missing parts of a clock
Determine whether activities take place before or after midday
Read, understand, and use the terms a.m. and p.m.
Bible: Genesis 1:5
God ordered our days with the patterns of day, night, light, and dark
God's mercies are new every morning
God is worthy of our praise
Lamentations 3:22-23
Joshua 1:9
Psalm 4:8

Module 7

Advanced analog time
Review of analog time
Read time displayed on analog clocks
Determine whether clocks show before or after the o'clock
Organize an hour (60 minutes) into four quarters of 15 minutes each
Parts of a whole
Read, understand, and use the terms: quarter to and quarter past
Add or subtract to determine changes in time
Convert times between different units of measurement, including day, hour, minute, and second
Express fractions of an hour in minutes
Bible: Romans 13:11
Jesus' second coming
Share the Gospel with people in your life
Mark 16:15
Color in parts of a whole to represent quarters of an hour
Fill in the missing hands on a clock
Solve for the amount of elapsed time
Apply knowledge of telling time to solve word problems

Module 8

Ingredients of a year
Break a year down into seasons, months, weeks, and days
Demonstrate understanding of days, weeks, months, and years
Parts of a whole
Convert between measurements of time
Review the months of the year
Answer questions based off of calendars
Identify marked dates on a calendar
Read a calendar
Find days of the week on a calendar
Add and subtract to calculate elapsed time
Identify the number of months, weeks, and days in a year
Label the numbers of days in a month
Apply knowledge of months in a year to solve riddles
Bible: Ecclesiastes 3:1
God is in control during all of life's seasons
Correctly write dates
Use kinesthetic learning techniques to solve math questions
Write the months of the year in order

Module 9

Dates as digits
Use the mm/dd/yyyy format to write dates
Write dates in digit form
Name months in chronological order
Determine the ordinal month for given month names
Add a zero before digits to create double digits
Write digital dates in word form
Write special dates in digits
Bible: Genesis 8:20
Exodus 17:15
Joshua 4:20–22
Creating altars to God in praise and remembrance
Add and subtract to solve for elapsed time
Use a calendar to answer questions and write special dates

Module 10

Working with weeks
Review of conversions between days, weeks, months, and years
Explain the difference between weekdays and weekends
Sort days into weekend or weekday categories
Abbreviate the days of the week
Use a calendar to mark specific dates
Name the days of the week in chronological order
Compare weeks and days with greater than or less than symbols
Skip count by seven
Bible: Genesis 1:1
Genesis 2:2–3
Celebrate rest and thankfulness on the Sabbath

Step 4

Module 1

Distance
Introduction to linear measurement
Measure distances in feet, yards, and miles
Explore the relationship between yards, feet, and miles
Read, understand, and use abbreviations and symbols for yard, mile, and foot
Tell when to use feet, yards, or miles
Match measurement types to specific examples
Real-life applications of measuring in feet, yards, and miles
Hands-on activity: distance exploration journey
Identify whether you can walk or drive to destinations
Find out the distance to local destinations in miles
Compare units of measurement with greater than or less than symbols
Apply knowledge of measuring distance to solve word problems
Bible: Psalm 139
No matter how far you go, God is always present
Write the heights of family members and order them from shortest to tallest

Module 2

Liquid measurements
Comparison of mass and volume
Introducing conversion equations for ounce, cup, pint, quart, and gallon
Read, understand, and use abbreviations with liquid measurements: fl oz, c, pt, qt, and gal
Demonstrate understanding of the relationships between fluid ounces, cups, pints, quarts, and gallons
Convert units of liquid measurement using visual aids
Hands-on activity: create a gallon man
Use visual aids and concrete objects to answer questions about liquid measurements
Divide to find parts of a whole
Add to combine measurements
Apply knowledge of liquid measurements to solve word problems
Write equals statements to compare units of measurement
Solve multistep conversion problems
Bible: Luke 6:38
Be a generous giver just like God
Use repeated addition to change units of liquid measurement
Review of abbreviations used in measurement
Choose appropriate units of measurement

Module 3

Dry measurements
Units used to measure the weight of dry goods
Real-life application: agriculture industry
Explain how and why to use terms specific to agriculture
Read, understand, and use terms related to dry measurement: pint, peck, bushel, and quart
Relative sizes of pints, pecks, bushels, and quarts
Compare units of dry measurement with greater than or less than symbols
Discuss the relationship between weight and capacity
Identify the correct unit of measurement
Label different types of measurement
Explore the relationship between different units of dry measurement
Parts of a whole
Bible: Matthew 5:14–16
Shine the light of the Holy Spirit
Choose items that are measured in bushels, pecks, quarts, or pints
Similarities and differences between dry and liquid measurements
Apply knowledge of dry measurements to solve word problems

Module 4

Using a scale on a map
Explain what a map scale is and why it is used
Concept: the length of a map key represents a set distance
Use a ruler to measure distances shown on a map scale
Divide a number or distance in half
Use a map scale to locate distances (in miles and half miles) on a map
Bible: Psalm 119:105
God's Word can light our way
Fill in the missing distances on a map key
Measure inches with a ruler
Skip count by 3
Solve math riddles and puzzles with logic and deductive reasoning

Module 5

Large mass
Weight is typically measured in pounds, ounces, and tons in the United States
Read, understand, and use the term ton
Read, understand, and write abbreviations relating to mass: oz., lb., lbs., t
Introduction to equivalency equations for ounces, pounds, and tons
Explore the relationships between ounces, pounds, and tons
Real-life application of large mass: truck weigh stations and vehicles
Identify objects in a set as heavier or lighter
Compare the relative mass of objects
Calculate parts of a whole
Convert tons to pounds
Add to combine multiple weights
Choose the most appropriate unit of measurement
Apply knowledge of measuring mass to solve word problems
Bible: Proverbs 16:2
Weighing your decisions
Provide rationale for answers
Use greater than or less than symbols to compare weights in a set

Module 6

Recipe measurements
Real-life application of measurement: baking, cooking, and reading recipes
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: tsp., tbsp., and c.
Explain the difference between capacity and volume
Compare parts of a whole
Equivalency equations for tablespoons, teaspoons, and cups
Explain the relationship between different units of measurement
Order units of measurement from smallest to largest
Hands-on activity: finding various measurement cups and spoons
Form and test hypotheses related to capacity
Determine the correct unit of measurement to use
Introduction to fractions
Color pieces of a whole to represent a fraction
Apply knowledge of measurement in recipes to solve word problems
Bible: 1 Kings 17:15
Elijah and the widow
Trust that God will help you
Visual strategies in math: color coding and highlighting
Compare measurements using greater than or less than symbols
Label measuring cups with the correct fraction
Use learned knowledge to solve math puzzles

Module 7

Temperatures in practice
How to measure temperature in degrees with a thermometer
Use baseline guides to estimate temperatures
Compare Fahrenheit and Celsius
Read, understand, and use the symbol for degree
Choose appropriate clothing based on temperature
Demonstrate understanding of normal and abnormal body temperature
Label temperatures as hot or cold
Real-life application of measuring temperature: sickness, gardening, dressing, activities
Apply knowledge of measuring temperatures to solve word problems
List appropriate activities based on temperature
Bible: Matthew 6:28–30
God will provide everything you need in each season
Read temperatures displayed on thermometers
Learning about careers: meteorology
Identify the boiling and freezing points of water
Add and subtract to calculate changes in temperature

Module 8

Seconds to minutes
Minutes can be split into smaller intervals of time
Use equality equations to convert between minutes and seconds
Concept in time: 60 seconds is the same as one minute
Add, subtract, or multiply to convert units of time
Explain what half of a minute is
Hands-on activity: complete activities for one minute
Practice using a stopwatch to track time
Make and test predictions
Add to combine increments of time
Apply knowledge of minutes and seconds to solve word problems
Explore how much time activities take to complete
Bible: Luke 10:38–42
Martha and Mary
Choose how you spend time wisely
Skip count by 30

Module 9

Hours to days
Add to convert days to hours
Subtract to convert hours to days
Equivalency equations used in time conversions
Calculate how many hours are in a half of a day
Identify whether to add or subtract to convert increments of time
Compare parts of a whole
Apply knowledge of converting hours and days to solve word problems
Hands-on practice using a calculator to solve multiplication problems
Solve multistep math problems
Multiply to convert days into hours
Bible: Jonah and the fish
Matthew 12:40
1 Corinthians 15:4
Symbolism behind 72 hours in the Bible
Use visuals to represent parts of a whole day
Compare hours and days with greater than or less than symbols

Module 10

Understanding leap years
Concept: February is a rule-breaker month
Explain when and why leap years occur
Requirements for a leap year
Find out the last and next leap years
Celebrating birthdays on leap day
Apply knowledge of leap years to solve math word problems
Bible: 2 Corinthians 8:14
Luke 6:38
Share your extra with those in need
Add and subtract to convert time in leap years

Step 5

Module 1

Meet the metric system
Comparison of metric system and base-10
Real-life applications of the metric system: travel, military, and health care
Multiply and divide to convert between units of the metric system
Introduction to the units and prefixes used in metric
Order measurements from largest to smallest
Locations that use the metric system
Bible: Daniel 1:20
Ask God for wisdom to stand firm against the pressures of this world
Match prefixes to their meaning
Convert measurements from smallest to largest
Hands-on activity: find metric measurements in your kitchen
Sort units of measurement by system
Review of the US customary system and conversions
Apply knowledge of the metric system to solve word problems
Increase fluency in mental math to multiply and divide by ten

Module 2

The metric ruler
Introduction to linear measurements
Read, write, and use abbreviations: cm and mm
Identify the parts of a metric ruler
Compare different types of rulers based on geographic location
Multiply or divide by 10 to convert metric units
Use equivalency equations to convert between centimeters and millimeters
Measure the length of items with a metric ruler
Bible: Isaiah 40:12
Psalm 139:14
God carefully perfected creation
You were perfectly designed by God
Apply knowledge of converting units of measurement to solve word problems
Compare units of measurement with greater than or less than symbols
Increase fluency in multiplication and division

Module 3

Instead of feet
Measurement in meters
Measure lengths and distances
Read, write, and use abbreviations of the metric system
Read, write, and use prefixes of the metric system
Real-life applications of meters: construction, homes, pools, and athletic fields
Use equivalency equations to convert units of measurement
Convert different units of measurement to meters
Convert meters to different units of measurement
Multiply or divide by 10 to convert between centimeters and millimeters
Apply knowledge of converting units of measurement to solve word problems
Bible: Hebrews 12:1–2
Comparing the faith walk to running a race
Matthew 25:21
Determine the correct unit of measurement to use
Compare measurements with greater than, less than, or equal to symbols

Module 4

Instead of miles
Comparing kilometers per hour and miles
Read, write, and use abbreviations to calculate speed: km/h
Understand the relative distance of kilometers
Hands-on activity: measure the distance to local landmarks in kilometers
Move decimal points to convert units of measurement
Convert meters to kilometers
Convert kilometers to meters
Use a calculator and division to determine kilometers per hour
Convert metric units of measurement with equivalency equations
Bible: Luke 11
Luke 15:11–24
The prodigal son
God rejoices when His children return to Him
Apply knowledge of converting units of measurement to solve word problems
Read, write, and use abbreviations for units of measurement
Change decimal placement to convert metric measurement
Multiply and divide to convert US customary measurements

Module 5

Instead of gallons
Measuring liquids in liters
Real-life application: purchasing gasoline and groceries
Change prefixes to create different metric units of measurement
Read, write, and use abbreviations to convert units of measurement: mL and L
Understand the relative size of liters and milliliters
Identify when to use each unit of measurement
Use equivalency equations to convert units of measurement
Order measurements from smallest to largest
Multiply or divide by 1,000 to convert measurements
Employ the rule of ten to convert metric measurements
Apply knowledge of converting measurements to solve word problems
Bible: Matthew 9:27–29
Increase your faith and trust in Jesus
Solve multistep conversion problems

Module 6

Instead of pounds and ounces
Measuring mass in grams
Change prefixes to create different metric units of measurement
Read, write, and use abbreviations to convert units of measurement: g, mg, and kg
Choose the appropriate unit of measurement
Understand the relative size of grams, milligrams, and kilograms
Use equivalency equations to convert units of measurement
Multiply or divide to convert metric units of measurement
Solve conversions by using the power of ten
Compare measurements with greater than, less than, or equal to symbols
Apply knowledge of converting grams to solve word problems
Bible: Job 31:6
Live a life of integrity
Use deductive reasoning to solve math riddles
Solve conversion problems by moving decimals
Increase mental math fluency

Module 7

Smaller than a pound
Measuring trace amounts in milligrams and micrograms
Understand the relative size of grams, milligrams, and micrograms
Apply the power of ten to convert metric units of measurement
Read, write, and use abbreviations to convert units of measurement: g, mg, and mcg or μg
Multiply or divide to convert to larger or smaller amounts
Use equivalency equations to convert units of measurement
Real-life application: daily trace mineral requirements
Determine whether multiplication or division is required to convert measurements
Apply knowledge of converting grams to solve word problems
Bible: Matthew 17:20
God can do incredible things in your life with faith the size of a mustard seed

Module 8

24-hour clock
Real-life application of 24-hour time: health care and military
Add or subtract to convert between 12-and 24-hour clocks
Correctly read 24-hour clocks aloud
Include a.m. or p.m. in a time when needed
Bible: Mark 13:35
Live ready and expectant for the Lord's return
Write the time on 24-hour clocks
Match times that mean the same thing
Review of measurement
Use deductive reasoning to solve math riddles

Module 9

Daylight savings time
Explain what daylight savings time is and why it happens
Differing opinions regarding DST
Read, understand, and use the abbreviation DST
Moving clocks one hour forward or backward
When to move clocks ahead or back
Observing DST
Subtract or add by one hour to adjust time based on DST
Identify states in the same time zones
Bible: Isaiah 38
Isaiah and King Hezekiah
Nothing is too difficult for God
Apply knowledge of DST to solve word problems
Convert time

Module 10

Year measurements
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: B.C, A.D, CE, and BCE
Time is measured with Jesus at the center
Read, understand, and use the terms: score, millennium, decade, and century
Time is measured in increments
Apply knowledge of measuring time to solve word problems
Add and subtract to measure years
Working with ranges of years
Calculate the number of decades in a given number of years
Bible: Revelation 20:6
The thousand-year reign
Review of measurement

Step 6

Module 1

Converting inches, centimeters, and millimeters
Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between Metric and US customary systems
Use the equivalency ratio to convert inches to centimeters
Use the equivalency ratio to convert centimeters to inches
Solve measurement conversions using multiplication and division
Expand knowledge of converting between systems to solve larger measurements
Express measurements in larger or smaller units
Convert centimeters to millimeters
Convert millimeters to inches
Convert inches to millimeters
Bible: Isaiah 55:9
Romans 12:2
Placement of decimal points when converting in the metric system
Convert measurements within the US customary system
Apply knowledge of converting measurements to solve word problems
Create and solve a word problem requiring conversion between different systems

Module 2

Converting miles to kilometers
Real-life math application: speedometers and speed limit signs
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: km, mi, km/h, and mph
Strategies to use while solving conversion problems
Use equivalency equations to convert miles to kilometers
Use equivalency equations to convert kilometers to miles
Estimate conversions by rounding
Identify when to multiply or divide when converting a distance
Follow steps to solve conversion equations
Use a calculator to convert distances between units
Apply knowledge of converting miles and kilometers to solve word problems
Bible: 2 Timothy 4:7
Live every day with a kingdom purpose
Review conversions between metric and US customary systems
Determine conversions based on estimated equivalency equations

Module 3

Converting yards to meters
Comparing a yard to a meter
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: yd, m, km, mi, km/h, and mph
Compare and find relationships between numbers in the metric system
Similarities between the metric system and base 10 number system
Strategies to use while solving conversion problems
Use equivalency equations to convert feet to yards
Use equivalency equations to convert yards to feet
Identify when to multiply or divide when converting between feet and yards
Show comparisons with greater than or less than symbols
Round distances to the nearest hundredth
Convert between miles and meters
Convert between yards and meters
Follow steps to solve conversion equations
Use two-step process to convert feet to meters
Apply knowledge of converting distances to solve word problems
Bible: Luke 9:48
Have a heart for other people and an attitude of humility
Solve multiplication problems with decimals to increase mental math fluency
Determine conversions based on estimated equivalency equations
Compare actual equivalency equations and estimated equivalency equations
Use greater than or less than symbols to compare different units of measurement

Module 4

Converting pounds to kilograms
Use equivalency equations to convert pounds to kilograms
Use equivalency equations to convert kilograms to pounds
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: lb., kg, oz., and g
Identify when to multiply or divide when converting between pounds and kilograms
Round to the nearest hundredth and thousandth
Use equivalency equations to convert ounces to pounds
Use equivalency equations to convert grams to kilograms
Solve multistep conversions
Apply knowledge of converting weights (mass) to solve word problems
Bible: Luke 10:38–42
Mary and Martha
What does God want you to focus your time on
Compare units of measurement with greater than or less than symbols
Recall various equivalency equations used in measurement
Determine conversions based on estimated equivalency equations
Compare actual equivalency equations and estimated equivalency equations

Module 5

Converting ounces to grams
Use equivalency equations to convert ounces to grams
Use equivalency equations to convert grams to ounces
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: oz. and g
Real-life applications of ounces and grams: recipes and food packaging
Round to the nearest hundredth, tenth, and whole number when converting between different units
Convert pounds to grams
Bible: Proverbs 11:1
The importance of integrity
Apply knowledge of converting units to solve word problems
Multiply or divide to solve single and multistep conversion problems
Compare different units of measurement to describe relative size
Determine conversions based on estimated equivalency equations
Use a calculator to convert units of measurement

Module 6

Converting fluid ounces to milliliters
Use estimated equivalency equations to convert fluid ounces to milliliters
Use estimated equivalency equations to convert milliliters to fluid ounces
Increase mental math fluency
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: fl oz, mL, and ≈
Real-life application of fluid ounces and milliliters: traveling on an airplane
Multiply or divide to solve single and multi-step conversion problems
Hands-on activity: identify which weight system items in your home are measured in
Apply knowledge of converting between units to solve word problems
Bible: 2 Kings 4
Elisha, the widow, and God's miraculous provision
Estimate conversions between different units of measurement by rounding
Use a calculator to convert liquid measurements exactly

Module 7

Converting gallon/quart to liters
Real-life application of gallons, quarts, and liters: grocery shopping, filling up gas, and different countries
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: gal, qt, and L
Multiply or divide to convert different units of measurement
Follow steps and use a calculator to convert different units of measurement
Use estimated and exact equivalency equations to convert gallons or quarts to liters
Use estimated and exact equivalency equations to convert liters to gallons or quarts
Rounding conversions to the nearest hundredth and whole number
Apply knowledge of converting between units to solve word problems
Bible: Deuteronomy 8:3
Man cannot live on bread alone
Matthew 4
Jesus is tempted in the desert
Compare different units of measurement with greater than or less than symbols
Review of measurement and conversions
Write, solve, and check a word problem with converting from metric to the US customary system
Use a calculator to convert liquid measurements exactly

Module 8

Real estate measurements
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations: ac (A), ha, mi² (sq mi), km², and ft²
Compare acres and hectares
Real-life application: wildfires, home size, purchasing land, and sports
Convert home and land measurements between hectares, acres, square feet, and square miles
Use equivalency equations to convert land areas exactly
Use estimated equivalency equations to convert land areas by rounding
Apply knowledge of converting home and land measurements to solve word problems
Multiply and divide to convert units of measurement
Round measurements to the nearest hundredth
Bible: Genesis 13:17
Abram (Abraham) and the Promised Land
God is always faithful
Use a calculator to convert units of measurement
Solve multistep problems with subtracting and converting
Write, solve, and check a word problem with converting from the US customary system to metric

Module 9

Time zones conversions
Concept: multiple time zones across the world based on longitude
Read, understand, and use the abbreviations for different time zones in North America
Convert time differences between different zones by adding or subtracting
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)
Read an analog clock
Mark clocks to show the correct time in multiple time zones
Apply knowledge of converting time between different zones to solve word problems
Match times to UTC
Bible: Ecclesiastes 3:1
God's timing is perfect
Job 1:21

Module 10

Converting Fahrenheit to Celsius
Real-life applications of converting temperatures: baking, traveling, and weather
Celsius is standard everywhere except in the United States (Fahrenheit)
Identify different ways of measuring temperature in Fahrenheit and Celsius
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide to convert temperatures between different units
Use conversion equations to convert Fahrenheit to Celsius
Use conversion equations to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit
Use a calculator to convert temperatures between different units
Apply knowledge of converting temperatures to solve word problems
Round temperatures to the nearest tenth and whole degree
Bible: Revelation 3:16
What is your spiritual temperature
Read thermometers in different units of measurement
Compare temperatures as being hotter or colder
Review measurement conversions
Write, solve, and check a measurement conversion word problem of your own

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