Packing the Barge

Students explain how different-sized units affect the measurement of the volume of an object. Note: Activity 2 was updated in the Teacher Edition PDF and in the Teacher Presentation Screens on 1/12/2026.

By Amplify Classroom

5th Grade

Math

Today’s Goals • Language Goal: Select and justify the best standard unit of measure when considering the volumes of real-world objects. (Speaking and Listening) • Language Goal: Describe the importance of identifying the unit of measure when determining the volume of an object. (Writing, Speaking, and Listening) • Language Goal: Explain how different-sized units affect the measurement of the volume of an object. (Writing, Speaking, and Listening) Materials Manipulative Kit: connecting cubes (as needed); Classroom materials: rulers (inch, centimeter)