5th Grade · Measurement & Data
Cubic Unit
5.MD.C.3
Definition
A cube measuring one unit on each side, used to measure volume.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- A prism that is 5 units by 2 units by 3 units holds 30 cubic units.
- A cube 1 unit on every edge is exactly 1 cubic unit.
Key rule
Volume is counted by how many cubic units fit inside a solid.
Memory hook
A little cube that measures the big space.