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The metric system

"An exploration of the metric system, including centimeters, grams, and liters"--.

Millions to measure

Marvelosissimo the Magician explains the development of standard units of measure, and shows the simplicity of calculating length, height, weight, and volume using the metric system.

The metric system

Discusses the use and basis of the metric system to illustrate measurement of length, temperature, and weight, and compares the metric system to the imperial system of weights and measures.

Millions to measure

Marvelosissimo the Magician explains the development of standard units of measure, and shows the simplicity of calculating length, height, weight, and volume using the metric system.
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Measuring at the pond

The students in Miss Tosh's class plan a field trip to a local pond where they observe and measure plants and animals.

Math in science

2019
Explore how mathematics has shaped how we look at and understand the world.

Marvelous measurement

Presents information on measurement, including topics such as measurement systems and units for measuring different types of things (such as weight and capacity). Includes practice problems, a glossary, and a list of additional resources.

Area, distance, and volume

2007
Introduces the concept of measurement, discussing the metric system, tools, and the measurement of such specific things as distance, area, and volume.

Sports

2014
Not only is math part of sports, it is a sport. This title will allow students to analyze how a text makes connections among and distinctions between individuals, ideas, or events.

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