Lesson: Converting Mass: Ounces, Pounds, and Tons Mathematics • 4th Grade

In this lesson, we will learn how to convert between whole numbers of ounces, pounds, and tons.

Lesson Plan

Students will be able to

use the fact that there are 16 ounces in 1 pound to convert between ounces and pounds,
use the fact that there are 2,000 pounds in a ton to convert between pounds and tons,
recognize whether multiplication or division is needed to convert between units,
compare measurements in ounces, pounds, tons, and mixed measures,
solve simple word problems involving a conversion of units.

Q1:

Use , , or to complete the following: .

Q2:

Noah has a dog that weighs 13 pounds. Express the weight in ounces.

Q3:

Complete: .

Hint: There are 16 ounces in a pound.