Year 4 Measurement Worksheets

Year 4 Metric Measures learning process can feel like a huge leap from KS1 - suddenly your primary school pupils need to use centimetres, read scales accurately, and solve Metric Measures problems with numbers. We've seen many 8-9-year-olds get overwhelmed when they move from comparing objects to actually measuring them with rulers. That's exactly why our teaching team developed these Metric Measures worksheets for Year 4 activities that build confidence step by step. These resources help your pupils master standard units while keeping lessons practical and engaging.

Adding and Subtracting Litres and Millilitres

Converting Between 12 and 24 Hour Time (A)

Converting Between 12 and 24 Hour Time (B)

Converting Between 12 and 24 Hour Time (C)

Estimating Shopping Bills

Giving Change (A)

Giving Change (B)

Giving Change (C)

Kilometres and Metres

Measuring Perimeter in Millimetres

Pounds and Pence to Decimals

Telling the Time (A)

Telling the Time (B)

Telling the Time (C)

Using Metric Units (C)

Using Metric Units (D)

Complete Year 4 Metric Measures Worksheets PDF Collection with Step-by-Step Solutions

We have crafted these KS2 Metric Measures resources specifically for Year 4 teachers and parents who need materials that genuinely support the learning progression of their primary school children. Each of our ready-to-use, printable PDF worksheets focuses on core measurement skills—length, weight, capacity, and metric units—with detailed solutions that show students exactly how to approach each problem step-by-step.

Essential Metric Measures Skills Covered in Our Year 4 Collection

We've packed quite a lot into these Metric Measures worksheets! Students progress from basic measuring with rulers to comparing different units and solving measurement word problems. We have included concepts like adding and subtracting litres and millilitres, measuring perimeter in millimetres, using metric units, and more. The hands-on activities (surprisingly popular with our test classes) include measuring classroom objects, comparing weights, and working with capacity using familiar containers. These worksheets build confidence through structured practice that mirrors real KS2 assessment expectations.

Why KS2 Students Need Targeted Metric Measures Practice Worksheets

It is evident that the students who get regular, focused practice absolutely outperform those who only encounter Metric Measures occasionally. These worksheets provide the consistent reinforcement that turns Metric Measures from a scary topic into a confident skill set. Perfect for homework, intervention groups, or independent work during maths lessons.

• Builds confidence in using metric units, including litres, millilitres, metres, and kilometres

• Reinforces key skills through practical tasks like adding and subtracting volumes

• Strengthens understanding of length and perimeter using millimetres and metres

• Supports curriculum-aligned progression with varied Metric Measures challenges

• Engages students with clear, structured questions and real-life metric unit applications

Real-World Connections Where Students Apply Year 4 Metric Measures Skills

Metric Measures isn't just a maths topic—it’s a life skill that pops up in all sorts of places. We’ve seen how students light up when they realise they’re using Metric Measures in science experiments, art lessons, and even at home while cooking. That real-world connection boosts motivation and helps them see maths as something meaningful and useful every day.

Real-life learning examples include:

• Science activities: Tracking plant growth, recording temperature changes, and measuring liquids in experiments

• Design and technology: Accurately measuring materials, following recipe steps, and building projects

• Art lessons: Mixing paint in specific amounts or scaling up drawings

• PE lessons: Measuring jump distances, timing races, or recording personal bests

• At home: Helping weigh ingredients for dinner, understanding quantities on packaging, or comparing prices while shopping

• Everyday problem-solving: Figuring out if a table will fit in the room or how much paint is needed for a wall