Measuring Length and Distance
Students will measure length and distance using metric units (mm, cm, m, km) and convert between them.
Key Questions
- Compare the appropriate units of length for measuring a pencil versus a road.
- Explain how to convert meters to kilometers.
- Design a method to accurately measure an irregular length.
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