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Weights in non-standard units ๐Ÿงฑ

Measure weight using blocks ๐Ÿงฑ and paperclips ๐Ÿ“Ž
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Practice Questions

  1. The apple ๐ŸŽ weighs the same as 10 blocks ๐Ÿงฑ. The banana ๐ŸŒ weighs the same as 8 blocks ๐Ÿงฑ. Which is lighter?
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    Banana ๐ŸŒ

  2. A notebook ๐Ÿ““ balances with 20 marbles ๐Ÿ”ฎ. A pen ๐Ÿ–Š๏ธ balances with 4 marbles ๐Ÿ”ฎ. How many marbles heavier is the notebook?
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    16 marbles ๐Ÿ”ฎ

  3. If 1 book ๐Ÿ“– = 10 tiles ๐ŸŸฆ, how many tiles equal 2 books ๐Ÿ“–? ? tiles
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    20 tiles ๐ŸŸฆ

  4. The eraser ๐Ÿงผ weighs 3 paperclips ๐Ÿ“Ž. The glue stick ๐Ÿงด weighs 10 paperclips ๐Ÿ“Ž. Total weight? ? paperclips
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    13 paperclips ๐Ÿ“Ž

Quick Tip
Count the units to determine weight. Compare the counts.
Teacher Resources
Vocabulary
Non-standard units: Objects used to measure.
Compare: See how things are alike or different.
Common Mistakes
  • Miscalculating the difference.
  • Assuming all blocks/paperclips weigh exactly the same in real life.
Differentiation
Extension Activities
  • Weigh different toys.
  • Use different units.
  • Guess the weight first.
Parent Tip

Use blocks or toys to compare the weight of everyday items.

Learning Path
Skill Level

beginner

Estimated Time

15 minutes

Skills Practiced
Counting objectsComparing quantitiesNon standard measurement