In this unit, you will expand your understanding of geometry to include volume of rectangular prisms. We will develop our understanding using concrete models to discover strategies for finding volume.
A concrete model is a "hands-on" way to find the solution to a math problem. In this unit, we will use unit cubes to fill up containers, looking for patterns to find the cubic units (cubic cm, cubic in, cubic feet, etc.) of solid figures.
Common Core Standards: 5.MD.3, 5.MD.4
I can...
-define volume.
-recognize that unit cubes measure volume of three dimensional shapes and label it as cubic units.
-I can measure volume by counting unit cubes, cubic cm, cubic in., cubic ft., and improvised units.
Unit Vocabulary
Volume
Solid Figure
Unit Cube
Gaps & Overlaps
Cubic Units
To get started, watch this LearnZillion video! Find the volume of a rectangular prism by filling it with unit cubes (Learnzillion Quick Code LZ1062)
Volume Videos
Learnzillion Videos
- Go to www.learnzillion.com
- Enter the quick code below in any search field (that's the LZ part followed by a number). Or, click on the name of the video and log in with your own learnzillion username and password (if you have one)
- Enjoy watching the video lesson!
Understanding Volume LZ1796
Describe Cubic Volume Measures LZ1797
Identify the Difference Between a Square Unit and a Cubic Unit LZ1590
Count Unit Cubes in a Rectangular Prism LZ1799
Compute Volume Using Knowledge of Addition and Multiplication LZ1800
Find Volume by Multiplying the Base by the Height LZ1266
Use multiplication (V = l x w x h) to find the volume of a solid figure LZ1803
Recognize that volume is additive by finding the volume of a 3D figure composed of two rectangular prisms LZ1592
You may be assigned to watch one or more of the videos about volume. Use the sheet given to you in class to complete the assignment related to the video. Remember, this sheet is the proof that you have watched the video. It may sometimes serve as part of your "homework" for the unit!
Volume Games/Extra Practice
Try these fun volume games and activities!
Counting Cubes
Cubes
Minecraft Volume
IXL Practice:
IXL- B.23 Volume of rectangular prisms made of unit cubes
IXL- B.24 Volume of irregular figures made of unit cubes
IXL- B.25 Volume of cubes and rectangular prisms
Challenge Yourself (Volume Activities for 6th Grade and Beyond)
Cube Nets A net is a two-dimensional figure that can be folded into a three-dimensional object. Which of the nets on this site will form a cube?
Click here to print your own isometric dot paper!
Design a Sculpture Project Resources
Isometric Drawing Tool Use this interactive tool to create dynamic drawings on isometric dot paper.
Directions for Saving Your Isometric Computer Drawing
1. Complete your computer model of your sculpture using the Isometric Drawing Tool.
2. Create a new google doc. Title it “Math Sculpture Project” and save it to your google drive.
3. Make sure your FULL heading is on your document. Please write your name, date, and number.
4. Take a screenshot of your sculpture using “green shot” or by pressing the “print scrn” button on your computer.
5. Paste your screenshot into your google doc.
6. Take 2 more screenshots from different angles by first rotating your sculpture.
7. Add these 2 screenshots to your document. Crop as needed.
8. Keep your document to one page.
9. When you are ready, please ask Mrs. Royce to preview your Google Doc before printing.
10. Once you have printed, you need to complete the labels A-E, dimensions, etc. as described on your project sheet.
Isometric Drawing Tool Use this interactive tool to create dynamic drawings on isometric dot paper.
Directions for Saving Your Isometric Computer Drawing
1. Complete your computer model of your sculpture using the Isometric Drawing Tool.
2. Create a new google doc. Title it “Math Sculpture Project” and save it to your google drive.
3. Make sure your FULL heading is on your document. Please write your name, date, and number.
4. Take a screenshot of your sculpture using “green shot” or by pressing the “print scrn” button on your computer.
5. Paste your screenshot into your google doc.
6. Take 2 more screenshots from different angles by first rotating your sculpture.
7. Add these 2 screenshots to your document. Crop as needed.
8. Keep your document to one page.
9. When you are ready, please ask Mrs. Royce to preview your Google Doc before printing.
10. Once you have printed, you need to complete the labels A-E, dimensions, etc. as described on your project sheet.