Unit Cubes Math Games

3 games

In this series of games, your students will learn that a cube with a side length of 1 unit, called a unit cube, can be used to measure volume. The Unit Cubes learning objective — based on CCSS and state standards — delivers improved student engagement and academic performance in your classroom, as demonstrated by research. This learning objective directly references 5.MD.C.3.a as written in the common core national math standards.

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Concepts Covered

Volume is the major emphasis for 5th-grade measurement (shifting from perimeter and area). Recognize volume as an attribute of a solid figure. A unit cube is a cube with a side length of 1 unit. Identify the unit of measurement that describes the volume of a solid figure.

A preview of each game in the learning objective is found below.

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Turn Up The Volume Estimated Duration: 18 minutes Play, experiment, and learn about Unit Cubes! Build with different materials inside the 3D space of several solid figures to obtain their volume and find the relationship between unit cubes and the units used to measure volume!

Volume and Unit Cubes Estimated Duration: 3 minutes Students will be introduced to the volume of solid figures and how it is measured in unit cubes.

Basketball Master Estimated Duration: 12 minutes Shoot a basketball through the hoop and answer some questions along the way! The game does not have any instructional content, it simply has review questions spread throughout.

Galaxy Escape Estimated Duration: 20 minutes 10 Bright Monsters have been captured in space and they need your help to cross the galaxy jumping between platforms, finding them, and releasing them by correctly answering each question. Each monster that you release and unlock will be available to play with in the next level, in the search for the next monster. In your journey, you’ll be able to find power-ups, like ‘Double points’ and ‘Slow down’, which can be activated by finding gems, and their duration can be extended by correctly answering a question. Unlock and release the 10 different monsters and a spaceship along 10 different levels, while you make the most possible points.

Wizards of the Cube Estimated Duration: 21 minutes Explore the vast world of Wizards of the Cube to better understand the concepts of volume and how to make good use of unit cubes!

House Planner Estimated Duration: 12 minutes Welcome to House Planner, the ultimate furniture estimation game! As a new intern at House Planner, Inc., you'll learn to estimate furniture sizes using unit cubes. Explore the world of 3D objects, calculate volumes, and solve puzzles to become a great House Planner. Can you accurately estimate furniture sizes and dimensions to complete your tasks? Dive into the world of interior design in this engaging and educational game!

Unit Cubes Math Games

Concepts Covered

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