temperature measurements

Describes the scientists behind the two most commonly used temperature scales, and explains how their scientific research and innovations are still used today.

Teaches young readers how temperature is measured by using numbers.

Photographs and simple text teach children about changing temperatures.

Readers will cover many aspects of measuring temperature, including how a thermometer works and the most common scales of measurement, Celsius and Fahrenheit. Fun facts and related math problems featured throughout will engage readers while they learn a key math concept.

Provides an introduction to temperature, examining how it is measured and the history of measuring systems.

Investigates the effects of heat and how these effects can be used. Includes suggestions for experiments with heat and temperature.

An introduction to the metric measure of temperature using the Celsius or centigrade thermometer.

Discusses the elements of temperature, from sunlight and thermometers to water vapor and insulation, and examines ways of measuring temperature.

Explains introductory physical science concepts about temperature through real-world observation and simple scientific diagrams.