Mathematics·Measurement·procedural
Comparing Capacity
Compare and describe capacity and volume using language such as full, empty, more than, less than, half full
Suggested ages 4–6
Evidence of understanding
- Compare two containers and say which holds more/less
- Use 'half full' and 'quarter full' to describe a container
- Solve practical problems like 'Which cup has more water?'
Assessment prompt
If Comparing Capacity has two cups of different sizes, can they tell you which holds more water — and describe one as "more full" or "less full" than the other?
Standards alignment
K.MD.1US · ccss-math
Describe Measurable Attributes
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · K
Maths/Y1/M/3GB · uk-nc-2013
Compare and solve problems for capacity and volume
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1