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Year 3 - Mass & capacity

Using scales to measure

During this outdoor lesson, children explore using scales in a range of contexts to build fluency in their use of number lines and to explore how to use scales to measure mass and volume.

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Measuring and comparing masses

The main activity in this outdoor lesson is to explore the mass of objects and find equivalent masses using grams and kilograms. This active and engaging lesson will allow children to deepen their understanding of mass and reading scales.

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Comparing mass using addition and subtraction

In this outdoor lesson, children carry out a scavenger hunt and then compare the mass of objects, building fluency in measuring mass while recapping their addition and subtraction knowledge in a real-life context.

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Measuring in millilitres and litres

In this hands-on outdoor lesson, children carry out a range of activities allowing them to explore the difference between capacity and volume, and using millilitres and litres for measuring both.

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Comparing capacities and adding and subtracting volumes of liquid

Using outdoor learning to consolidate and deepen children’s understanding of comparing capacities and adding and subtracting volumes, this outdoor lesson provides a range of active strategies to engage all learners in a fun, and meaningful way.

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Mrs Davies

Amazing resources which have really helped our school be more confident in using the outdoor space to enhance the children's learning. Great, fun, easy to follow lesson plans, which link directly to the key objectives!

Sharon Taylan

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Karyn Weglarz

I am a member of the Planning Hub and I love the variety of lessons provided. Most lessons need only simple materials that I usually already have on hand. I love taking my students out with these lessons.

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The online planning hub is a lifesaver. I teach in KS1 and the children always ask when we are going outside and parents always say how excited the children are about their outdoor learning. It is exactly what I was looking for and have now been using it for several years. Thank you for such a brilliant resource!