Teaching the metric system? This visually entertaining Powerpoint slide show (also available as a video) is perfect to give your students an introductory understanding of the units of measurement. Your students will definitely enjoy this fully animated adventure, as well as the funny elephant that appears in the slide show. This is also a perfect instructional tool for "distance learning."

In this zipped folder, you will receive this 20 slide presentation in PPS (PowerPoint Show) format AND in mp4 format (14 min video). Whether you have a PC, Mac, or Chromebook, you will be able to access this presentation in its fullest compatibility! The presentation is not editable due to the copyright of the premium animations provided. Note: These presentations do not have background music/sound, which allows you to narrate or use during direct instruction more easily. It focuses on each of the following:

-History of the Metric System

-Origins of Its Use

-Prefix Meanings

-Examples of Metric Unit Amounts in length, mass, and volume/capacity

-Conversion Between Metric Units

-Comparing the Metric System to English Units

WORKSHEET UPDATE: Metric System comprehension worksheet now included! Students must complete 9 tasks focused on the concepts list above. Answer key included!

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Guaranteed to invigorate your lesson, these animated presentations will astound your students. Enjoy!