Making Cans
How cans are made
Lesson 2 - Looking at cylinders
By measuring different aspects of a range of cans children learn how to
calculate the volume held in each can using a measuring cylinder.
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Activity Sheet4
Learning Objectives:
- To appreciate that there are many different types of cylinders.
- To measure
different aspects of a range of cylinders (cans).
- To calculate
the volume held in each can using a measuring cylinder.
Resources:
- A good selection of empty, washed cans.
- Activity Sheet 4 – Cantastic
Measurements.
- Some full cans that could be opened, for extension
activity.
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