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Science: Measurement With Examples

Subject : Basic Science

 

Class : JSS 2

Term : Third Term

Week : Week 4

Basic Science JSS 2 Third Term Scheme of work With Lesson Notes

 

Topic:

Science Measurement Examples

 

Sub-topic: Fundamental or Basic Units of Measurement of Mass, Time, Capacity or Linear Measurement 

 

 

Methods of Teaching 

  • Role modelling
  • Questions and Answers
  • Explanation
  • Discussion
  • Recitation
  • Imitation
  • Story Telling
  • Dramatization

 

 

Instructional Materials 

  • Scale
  • Ruler
  • Wall clock
  • Stop watch
  • Thermometer
  • Wrist watch
  • Scale balance
  • Pictures
  • Online Resource
  • Rulers, scales, thermometers, graduated cylinders or beakers, stopwatches or timers
  • Worksheets and practice problems for measurement

 

 

Previous Knowledge: The pupils have previous knowledge of

Reproductive Health

that was taught in their previous lesson.

 

Entry Behaviour :

  • What is measurement
  • What are the tools that are need for measurements
  • What can we measure
  • Why do we need to measure?

 

Behavioural  Objectives : At the end of the lesson, learners will be able to

 

  • Say the meaning of measurement
  • Mention tools or devices that are used for measurement
  • Say the basic units of measurement
  • Identify and write out tools that are used for measurements
  • Understand the importance of measurement in science
  • Learn about different units of measurement for length, mass, volume, time, and temperature
  • Familiarize with the tools and devices used for measurement

 

 

Key Vocabulary Word

  • Measurement : To find out how long or heavy an object is. It also means how long it takes to get something done
  • Scale : A device that is used to measure weight
  • Thermometer : A device that is used to measure the degree of hotness or coldness of the body or a place

 

 

 

Content

Week 4

Measurement is a way of describing how big or small something is. It is important in science because we need to be able to measure things accurately in order to understand the world around us. Let’s look at some examples to help understand measurement:

  1. Length: Length is how long something is. We use units like meters (m) and centimeters (cm) to measure length. For example, the length of a pencil might be 15 cm, while the length of a classroom might be 10 m.
  2. Mass: Mass is how heavy something is. We use units like grams (g) and kilograms (kg) to measure mass. For example, a small apple might have a mass of 100 g, while a bag of potatoes might have a mass of 2 kg.
  3. Volume: Volume is how much space something takes up. We use units like milliLitres (ml) and Litres (L) to measure volume. For example, a glass of water might have a volume of 250 ml, while a swimming pool might have a volume of 100,000 L.
  4. Time: Time is how long something takes. We use units like seconds (s), minutes (min), and hours (h) to measure time. For example, it might take 30 seconds to run across a field, while it might take 1 hour to bake a cake.

By learning how to measure things, we can better understand the world around us and make important observations and predictions in science.

Measurement tools or devices

Here are 5 measurement tools or devices commonly used in science and engineering:

  1. Ruler or tape measure: A ruler or tape measure is used to measure length or distance. It typically consists of a long, flat piece of material with markings in units of measurement such as inches or centimeters.
  2. Balance or scale: A balance or scale is used to measure mass or weight. It typically consists of a platform on which an object is placed, and a beam or digital display that shows the weight of the object in units such as grams or kilograms.
  3. Thermometer: A thermometer is used to measure temperature. It typically consists of a glass or plastic tube filled with a liquid, such as mercury or alcohol, that expands or contracts as the temperature changes, and a scale that shows the temperature in units such as degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
  4. Stopwatch or timer: A stopwatch or timer is used to measure time. It typically consists of a digital or mechanical display that shows elapsed time in units such as seconds or minutes.
  5. Graduated cylinder or beaker: A graduated cylinder or beaker is used to measure volume. It typically consists of a container with markings in units of measurement such as milliLitres or Litres, which allows for accurate measurement of the volume of a liquid.

Evaluation

  1. What is the unit of measurement for length in the metric system? a. inches b. feet c. meters d. pounds
  2. Which tool is used to measure temperature? a. ruler b. scale c. thermometer d. stopwatch
  3. Which unit is used to measure mass in the metric system? a. pounds b. ounces c. kilograms
  4. What is the unit of measurement for volume in the metric system? a. grams b. Litres c. meters d. seconds
  5. Which tool is used to measure the volume of a liquid? a. ruler b. scale c. thermometer d. graduated cylinder
  6. What is the unit of measurement for time in the metric system? a. seconds b. minutes c. hours d. all of the above
  7. Which tool is used to measure the mass of an object? a. ruler b. scale c. thermometer d. graduated cylinder
  8. Which unit is used to measure weight in the metric system? a. pounds b. ounces c. kilograms d. inches
  9. Which tool is used to measure the length of an object? a. ruler b. scale c. thermometer d. graduated cylinder
  10. Which unit is used to measure the volume of a gas? a. grams b. litres c. meters d. seconds

BASIC SCIENCE JSS 3 SECOND TERM EXAMINATION

 

Answers:

  1. c. meters
  2. c. thermometer
  3. c. kilograms
  4. b. Litres
  5. d. graduated cylinder
  6. a. seconds
  7. b. scale
  8. c. kilograms
  9. a. ruler
  10. b. litres

Lesson Presentation

Procedure:

Introduction (5 minutes):

  • Ask the students if they have ever measured anything before, and why measurement is important in science
  • Introduce the different units of measurement for length, mass, volume, time, and temperature, and explain the tools used for each

Activity 1: Length and Distance (15 minutes):

  • Demonstrate how to use a ruler or tape measure to measure length or distance, and explain the units of measurement (inches, feet, meters, etc.)
  • Provide the students with practice problems and worksheets to practice measuring length or distance

Activity 2: Mass and Weight (15 minutes):

  • Demonstrate how to use a scale or balance to measure mass or weight, and explain the units of measurement (grams, kilograms, etc.)
  • Provide the students with practice problems and worksheets to practice measuring mass or weight.

Activity 3: Volume and Capacity (15 minutes):

  • Demonstrate how to use a graduated cylinder or beaker to measure volume or capacity, and explain the units of measurement (milliLitres, Litres, etc.)
  • Provide the students with practice problems and worksheets to practice measuring volume or capacity

Activity 4: Time and Temperature (15 minutes):

  • Demonstrate how to use a stopwatch or timer to measure time, and explain the units of measurement (seconds, minutes, hours, etc.)
  • Demonstrate how to use a thermometer to measure temperature, and explain the units of measurement (Celsius, Fahrenheit, etc.)
  • Provide the students with practice problems and worksheets to practice measuring time and temperature

Conclusion (5 minutes):

  • Review the different units of measurement, tools and devices used, and importance of measurement in science
  • Have the students share their experiences and thoughts about measurement in science

Assessment:

  • Observe the students during the activities and provide feedback and guidance as needed
  • Review the completed practice problems and worksheets for accuracy and understanding

Extensions:

  • Have the students conduct their own experiments and measurements using the tools and devices they learned about
  • Introduce the concept of estimation and approximation in measurement, and have the students practice these skills

Weekly Assessment /Test

  1. The unit of measurement for length in the metric system is ______.
  2. A ______ is used to measure mass or weight.
  3. The unit of measurement for mass in the metric system is ______.
  4. The unit of measurement for volume in the metric system is ______.
  5. A ______ is used to measure the volume of a liquid.
  6. The unit of measurement for time in the metric system is ______.
  7. A ______ is used to measure the mass of an object.
  8. The unit of measurement for weight in the metric system is ______.
  9. A ______ is used to measure the length of an object.
  10. The unit of measurement for temperature in the metric system is ______.

Temperature

Answers:

  1. meters
  2. scale or balance
  3. kilograms
  4. Litres
  5. graduated cylinder or beaker
  6. seconds
  7. scale or balance
  8. kilograms
  9. ruler or tape measure
  10. degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit
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