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This module focuses on measurement of length, area, mass, and capacity with non-standard units. Emphasis is also placed on sequencing events, understanding the passage of time, and reading clocks to the hour and half-hour. As well, students investigate the value of Canadian coins.

Also included:

• materials lists;
• activity descriptions;
• questioning techniques;
• problem-solving examples;
• activity centre and extension ideas;
• assessment suggestions; and
• activity sheets and visuals.

All modules include a list of children's books and websites related to the mathematics topics introduced, a detailed introduction to the Hands-On Mathematics program (guiding principles, implementation guidelines, an overview of the skills that students use and develop during mathematics inquiry), and a classroom assessment plan and record-keeping templates.