Grade 3 Lesson Plan: Measuring Capacity in Millilitres

Subject: Mathematics Topic: Measuring Capacity in Millilitres Grade Level: Grade 3 Duration: 45 minutes

Objectives: 1. Students will understand the concept of capacity and its measurement in millilitres. 2. Students will be able to measure and compare the capacity of different containers using millilitres. 3. Students will apply their knowledge of measuring capacity in real-life situations.

Materials: - Various containers of different sizes (e.g., cups, bottles, jars) - Graduated cylinders - Measuring cups - Water - Whiteboard or chart paper - Markers - Worksheets (links provided below) - Video resources (links provided below)

Introduction (5 minutes): 1. Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever measured liquids before. Discuss their experiences and why measuring liquids is important. 2. Introduce the concept of capacity, explaining that it refers to the amount of liquid a container can hold. 3. Show students different containers and ask them to estimate which container can hold more or less liquid.

Lesson Outline: 1. Measuring Capacity in Millilitres (10 minutes): a. Explain that millilitres (mL) are used to measure the capacity of liquids. b. Show students a graduated cylinder and explain how it is used to measure capacity accurately. c. Demonstrate how to read the measurement on the graduated cylinder in millilitres. d. Provide opportunities for students to practice reading measurements on the graduated cylinder.

1. Comparing Capacity (10 minutes): a. Show students different containers and ask them to estimate which container can hold more or less liquid. b. Fill each container with water and ask students to compare the capacity of the containers. c. Discuss the results as a class, emphasizing the use of millilitres for accurate comparison.

2. Measuring and Recording Capacity (10 minutes): a. Provide each student with a measuring cup and a worksheet (link provided below). b. Instruct students to measure and record the capacity of different containers using millilitres. c. Circulate the classroom to provide assistance and monitor student progress.

Questioning and Assessment (5 minutes): 1. Ask students questions to assess their understanding of measuring capacity in millilitres, such as: a. How do we measure capacity? b. What unit do we use to measure capacity? c. How can we compare the capacity of different containers?

Differentiation: 1. For students who need additional support, provide visual aids or manipulatives to help them understand the concept of capacity. 2. For students who grasp the concept quickly, challenge them to convert millilitres to litres or vice versa.

Plenary (5 minutes): 1. Review the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the use of millilitres to measure capacity accurately. 2. Ask students to share one thing they learned about measuring capacity in millilitres.

Video Resources: 1. “Measuring Capacity in Millilitres” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12345 2. “Comparing Capacity with Millilitres” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67890

Worksheet Resources: 1. “Measuring Capacity in Millilitres Worksheet” - [Insert link to worksheet] 2. “Comparing Capacity Worksheet” - [Insert link to worksheet]