Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_

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Unit Cover Page

Unit Title: ________Measurements____________ Grade Levels: ____2____________

Topic/Subject Areas: ______Mathematics____________________________________
Key Words: ______length, time, volume, weight, day, date, and temperature________
Designed By: ______Mike Lewis___________ Time Frame: _____3-4 weeks______
School District: Regent University

School: Teacher Ed & IDS Dept.

Brief Summary of Unit (including curricular context and unit goals):

Focus: Money, Linear Measurement, Weight/Mass, and Volume. Students will

learn and understand the value of different coins (Pennies, nickels dimes, and
quarters) and the symbols that represent them (cent (), dollar ($), and decimal
point (.)) along with other units of measurement: length, weight, volume, time,
day, date, and temperature. Students will also learn how to use a calendar,
thermometer, and a scale.

Unit design status:

X Completed template pages stages 1, 2, 3

X Completed rubrics

Completed blueprint for each performance task

Directions to students and teacher

Materials and resources listed

x Suggested accommodations
Status:

x Suggested extensions

Initial draft (date: ___________)

Peer Reviewed

Content Reviewed

Revised draft (date: ____________)

Field Tested

Validated

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Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_
STAGE 1 DESIRED RESULTS
Unit Title: ___(SOL 2.10-14) Measurement, focusing on money, linear measurement, weight/mass, and volume____
Established Goals (cite specific VA SOL):
Students will be able to count and compare a collection of pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters whose total value is $2.00
or less; and correctly use the cent symbol (), dollar symbol ($), and decimal point (.). The students will estimate and
measure. Students will estimate and measure: length to the nearest centimeter and inch; weight/mass of objects in
pounds/ounces and kilograms/grams, using a scale; and liquid volume in cups, pints, quarts, gallons, and liters. Students
will tell and write time to the nearest five minutes, using analog and digital clocks.
Students will be able to determine past and future days of the week and identify specific days and dates on a given
calendar. Students will read the temperature on a Celsius and/or Fahrenheit thermometer to the nearest 10 degrees.
Understandings: Students will understand

Appropriate units of measurement based on the

characteristics of what is being measured: (length,
weight, volume, time, day, date, and temperature)

Also building on the previous, how to communicate what is

being measured: (temperature, cents, dollars, grams,
pounds, liters, hours, minutes, days of the week, and
dates on a calendar.

Proper use of equipment: (scale, thermometer, and a

calendar)
Students will know:

Different units of measurement:

o Currency

o
o
o
o
o

Length
Weight
Volume

How are shape, size, and thickness important to making

a coin?
When is it better to use inches instead of centimeters?
Why would it be difficult to drink a gallon of milk in one
sitting as opposed to a pint?
When is it better to use Celsius to measure
temperatures instead of Fahrenheit? What about vice
versa?

Students will be able to:

Time
Temperature

Students will know symbols for unit of

measurement.
This unit will lay a foundation for real-world money
and time management skills, as well responsible
shopping habits.

Parents should be encouraged to reinforce this knowledge at

home as scenarios present themselves:

Essential Questions:

Allowing the children help at the super market

paying attention to money and volume of items.
Helping children to be mindful of clocks around the
house and their significance.

Differentiate between different coins because of

value and size and be able to correctly count totals
up to two dollars.
Properly use basic financial symbols: (), ($), & (.).
Estimate and measure lengths, weights, masses
(in centimeters, inches, pounds, ounces,
kilograms, and grams) and liquid volume (in cups,
pints, quarts, gallons, and liters) using the proper
measuring tools: rulers, yard stick, scale,
measuring cups, etc.
Accurately identify and document to the closest
five minute the current time and other times
presented.
Identify days of the week, along with the current,
past, and future days of the week, as well as days
and dates on a calendar.
Use Celsius and Fahrenheit thermometers to
identify the current temperature and others
presented to the nearest 10 degrees.

Allowing the children to help with recipes and

cooking, paying attention to certain measurements
Help children make the connection between the
temperature and the clothes parents pick out.

Source: Understanding by Design, Unit Design Planning Template (Wiggins/McTighe 2005)

Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_

Performance Tasks:

STAGE 2 ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE

Other Evidence:

Grasp Model Students will write a letter to an

imaginary friend that is planning a visit from

San Francisco to Virginia Beach. The letter
will demonstrate their understanding of
measurements.
Mr. Gallon Robot Students cut out volume
units and glue together to make what looks like
a robot. Each limb represents the proper
amount of units in each of the previous section
of the limb.

Test this is the unit ending assessment, ten

questions that cover all the major sections of
measurement that the class went over.
Pre-assessment Tools
Corners (Rutherford, 2012, p. 90). This
allows students to share with their
classmates what they already understand
about the topic. Students come up with
what they already think about a subject
and are instructed to move to a corner or a
part of the room where likeminded
classmates will also meet.
Graffiti (Rutherford, 2012, p. 92). This
allows student to work in groups to figure
out word problems that are placed around
the room before they have a chance to
learn how to solve such problems.

Student Self-Assessment and Reflection

Consensus Testing (Rutherford, 2012, p. 160). This assessment allows students to make their
own test and share it with a group of students and come to a consensus of the answers.
What I Studied and You Didnt Ask (Rutherford, 2012, p. 160). This allows students to
demonstrate what they learned that was not summative-ly assessed.

STAGE 3 LEARNING PLAN

Summary of Learning Activities:
(list by number here and then complete the week-by-week planning calendar below using the same information)

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Pre-assessment Corners
Pre-assessment Graffiti
5E 2.10 Using coins; count and compare up to $2.00; using proper using proper symbols cent symbol (), dollar symbol
($), and decimal point (.).
Counting Quarters/Nickels worksheets (superteacherworksheets.com)
5E 2.11 Estimate and measure: length, weight, and volume
Mr. Gallon Robot activity sheet (superteacherworksheets.com)
5E 2.12 Telling and writing time to the nearest five minutes using both analog and digital clocks
Clock manipulatives activity (mathisfun.com)
5E 2.13 Determining past and future days of the week and days and dates on a calendar.
Days of the week song (youtube.com, 2012).
5E 2.14 deciphering temperature on a Celsius and/or Fahrenheit thermometer to the nearest 10 degrees.
Thermometer worksheet (superteacherworksheets.com)
Consensus Testing (Rutherford, 2012, p. 160).
GRASP Assessment Introduce grasp assignment and gather preliminary info from Computer lab.
GRASP (whatever is not finished in class is finished over the weekend)
GRASP Class Presentations
GRASP Class Presentations
10 Question Multiple Choice Test
What I Studied and You Didnt Ask (Rutherford, 2012, p. 160).

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Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_

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GRASP Class GRASP Class Presentations

Presentations

13

14

Thursday
1

Friday

10 Question Multiple
Choice Test

11

15
What I Studied and You
Didnt Ask (Rutherford,
2012, p. 160).

16

12

Clock manipulatives 5E 2.12 Telling and writing

activity (mathisfun.com) time to the nearest five
minutes using both analog
and digital clocks

GRASP Assessment
GRASP (whatever is not
Introduce grasp assignment finished in class is finished
and gather preliminary info
over the weekend)
from Computer lab.

10

Pre-assessment Graffiti Pre-assessment Corners 5E 2.10 Using coins; count

and compare up to $2.00;
using proper using proper
symbols cent symbol (),
dollar symbol ($), and
decimal point (.).

Wednesday

5E 2.11 Estimate and

Mr. Gallon Robot activity
measure: length, weight, and
sheet
(superteacherworksheets.com)
volume

Tuesday

5EThermometer
2.13 Determining
worksheet
past
5E 2.14 deciphering
Consensus Testing
(superteacherworksheets.com)
and
future days of the
temperature on a Celsius (Rutherford, 2012, p. 160).
week and days and dates
and/or Fahrenheit
on a calendar.
thermometer to the nearest
10 degrees.

(superteacherworksheets.com)

Counting
Quarters/Nickels
worksheets

Monday

Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_

Stage 3 Plan Learning Experiences and Instruction

Consider the WHERETO elements. You must include enough instruction for 15 lessons. If you require more
instructional days, copy and paste the calendar template onto an additional page below. Do not exceed 6 weeks.

Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_
Planning A Trip For Your Friend

Objectives

Point
Value
s

Number of
measurements
used in the project

= 3pts

= 1pts

Used all six

measurements
ask for in this
assignment
(Temperature,
Time, Day, Date,
Length, and
Volume).

Used only three

to five
measurements
ask for in this
assignment
(Temperature,
Time, Day, Date,
Length, and
Volume)

Used two or less

measurements
ask for in this
assignment
(Temperature,
Time, Day, Date,
Length, and
Volume).

Demonstrated a
firm grasp of
each unit of the
proper use of
each
measurement
asked for in this
assignment.
Student
understood how
to use all six
measurements.

Demonstrated
an inconsistent
grasp of the
proper use of
each
measurement
asked for in this
assignment.
Student
understood how
to use only three
to five of the
measurements.

Demonstrated a
poor grasp of
the proper use
of each
measurement
asked for in this
assignment.
Student
understood how
to use only two
or less
measurements.

Letter to the
friend is
confusing.
Missing some
attachments.
Writing seems
rushed and not
well thought
out.

Letter to the
friend is
confusing.
Missing both of
the
attachments.
Writing seems
rushed and not
well thought out.
Student did not
put his/her
name on the
project making it
difficult for the
teacher to
grade.

25%

Proper use of
measurements

= 2pts

25%

Neat, legible, and

organized

Name & Date

Total points
Comments on the
project:

Letter to the
friend makes
since. The
weather and
map print-outs
are attached.
Thoughts are
clear and
25% organized.
Student put
his/her name
and date on the
project making it
easy for the
teacher to
25% grade.
/ 12

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Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_

Source: Understanding by Design, Unit Design Planning Template (Wiggins/McTighe 2005)

Design Topic _Measurement_ Subject(s) _Mathematics_ Grade(s) _2_ Designer(s) _Mike Lewis_

REFERENCE
MathisFun.com (2014). http://www.mathsisfun.com/time-clocks-analog-digital.html
Rutherford, Paula. (2012). Instruction for all Students. Second Edition. Ask Publication Development
Alexandria, VA
Superteacherworksheets.com (2012). http://www.superteacherworksheets.com/pz-gallon-man.html;
http://www.superteacherworksheets.com/countingmoney/count-quarters-easy_TWDRD.pdf;
http://www.superteacherworksheets.com/countingmoney/count-nickels_TWDRR.pdf;
http://www.superteacherworksheets.com/measurement/fahrenheit-easy_TZTFT.pdf
Youtube.com (2012). Days Of The Week Song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtQcnZ2JWsY

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