5th grade volume videos

Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · 13 videos · Checked and refreshed daily

Quick answer

In 5th grade (ages 10–11), children measure volume by counting unit cubes, then use V = l × w × h and add the volumes of joined rectangular prisms. Start with Math Antics "Volume", then Math with Mr. J and Khan Academy lessons and the Numberock "Volume Song". Play all on repeat, or loop one example.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Perimeter, Area, and Volume Explained | Math with Mr. JPerimeter, Area, and Volume Explained | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Math Antics - VolumeMath Antics - VolumemathanticsPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Finding Volume with Unit Cubes | How to Find VolumeFinding Volume with Unit Cubes | How to Find VolumeMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Volume in unit cubes by decomposing shape | Measurement and data | 5th grade | Khan AcademyVolume in unit cubes by decomposing shape | Measurement and data | 5th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Volume of a Rectangular Prism | 5th Grade MathVolume of a Rectangular Prism | 5th Grade MathMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Volume of Rectangular Prisms | Math with Mr. JVolume of Rectangular Prisms | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Volume through decomposition | Measurement and data | 5th grade | Khan AcademyVolume through decomposition | Measurement and data | 5th grade | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Volume of Composite Rectangular PrismsVolume of Composite Rectangular PrismsMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Find the Volume of a Rectangular Prism Example!Find the Volume of a Rectangular Prism Example!Mashup MathPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Volume of Prisms | Geometry & Measures | Maths | FuseSchoolVolume of Prisms | Geometry & Measures | Maths | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Volume of a Rectangular Prism | 5th Grade Math (Mastery Check)Volume of a Rectangular Prism | 5th Grade Math (Mastery Check)Math with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Volume Song | Measuring Volume For Kids | 4th Grade - 5th GradeVolume Song | Measuring Volume For Kids | 4th Grade - 5th GradeNumberockPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Volume SongVolume SongHave Fun TeachingPlay from here Loop

What does this 5th grade volume unit cover?

It covers what volume is, counting unit cubes, cubic units, the formulas V = l × w × h and V = B × h for rectangular prisms, and finding the volume of two prisms joined together. By the end a child should find the volume of a box and explain the cubic units.

How does RepeatWatch help with volume?

Loop the part of a lesson where cubes are stacked in layers so a child can see why length times width times height works. Slow a word problem to 0.75×, save the formula and composite prism parts on keys 1–9, and use Repeat one on a volume song.

Frequently asked questions

What grade learns volume?

In the US, volume of rectangular prisms with unit cubes and the formula is usually taught in 5th grade (ages 10–11). Fractional edge lengths and surface area follow in 6th grade. Grade levels vary by country and school.

What is the difference between area and volume?

Area measures the flat space inside a shape in square units, and volume measures the space inside a solid in cubic units. Math with Mr. J's "Perimeter, Area, and Volume Explained" compares all three. Building a box from cubes at home helps it click.