This worksheet titled
"Which Holds More?" is designed to help children compare the capacity (how much liquid or substance a container can hold) of different objects. The task is to look at each pair of items and determine which one holds more.
Let’s go through each pair one by one and analyze:
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1. Milk Carton vs. Spoon
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Milk carton: A standard milk carton holds about 1 quart (or 32 fluid ounces).
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Spoon: A teaspoon holds only about 0.17 fluid ounces.
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✔ The milk carton holds more.
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2. Measuring Cup vs. Small Measuring Spoon
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Measuring cup: Typically holds 1 cup (8 fluid ounces).
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Small measuring spoon: Likely a tablespoon (about 0.5 fluid ounces) or teaspoon (0.17 fl oz).
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✔ The measuring cup holds more.
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3. Bucket vs. Plastic Bottle
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Bucket: A small bucket might hold 1–2 gallons (a lot).
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Plastic bottle: Likely a 16–20 oz water bottle.
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✔ The bucket holds more.
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4. Fish Tank vs. Graduated Cylinder
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Fish tank: Even a small fish tank holds several gallons (e.g., 5–10 gallons).
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Graduated cylinder: Usually holds a few milliliters to 100 mL (less than 1 cup).
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✔ The fish tank holds more.
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5. Swimming Pool vs. Cup
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Swimming pool: Holds thousands of gallons of water.
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Cup: Holds just 8 fluid ounces (0.25 quarts).
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✔ The swimming pool holds more.
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6. Gallon Jug vs. Set of Measuring Spoons
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Gallon jug: Holds 128 fluid ounces (1 gallon).
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Measuring spoons: Total capacity of all spoons together is likely less than 1 cup (8 oz).
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✔ The gallon jug holds more.
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✔ Final Answers:
For each row, circle or mark the object that
holds more:
1.
Milk carton
2.
Measuring cup
3.
Bucket
4.
Fish tank
5.
Swimming pool
6.
Gallon jug
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📝 Explanation for Kids:
We’re comparing how much each container can hold. Some things are big and can hold lots of liquid, like a pool or a gallon jug. Others are tiny, like a spoon or a cup. We pick the bigger one in each pair.
This helps build understanding of
capacity and
size comparison, important early math skills.
Let me know if you'd like this turned into a printable answer key!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of capacity worksheet for preschool.
