Lesson: Nonstandard Units of Volume and Capacity Mathematics • 1st Grade

In this lesson, we will learn how to measure capacity with nonstandard units and to use our measurements to compare the capacity of objects.

Sample Question Videos

Q1:

Ethan filled a jug by pouring in 3 cups of water.

Pick the words that are missing: The volume of the jug is 3 cups.

Q2:

Capacity is the amount that objects can hold. Finish the sentences to compare the capacity of the saucepan and the pot.

Fill in the blank: The saucepan holds .

Fill in the blank: The pot holds .

Fill in the blank: The capacity of the pot is the capacity of the saucepan.

Q3:

Noah poured water into two fishbowls.

One jug holds 2 cups of water.

Which bowl contains more water?