weights and measures

Before he can go fishing, a boy has to figure out how to get himself, his dog and all his gear out to an island in a boat that can only carry 100 pounds.

Contains fifty hands-on activities designed to help students in grades one through three learn the concepts of length/perimeter/area, weight, capacity, time, and measurement.

An introduction to the uses of weights and measurements, how standard measurements have developed, and to the instruments used to measure and weigh. Includes simple activities.

Explains the origins of weights and measures, how they have changed over the years, and how they can be used to measure different things. 'Includes projects and questions.

The basics of measurement and measuring tools are introduced using familiar objects such as rulers, tape measures, scales, and measuring cups.

Introduces the function, parts, and uses of balances, and provides instructions for two activities that demonstrate how a balance works.

Tommy's activities introduce the various ways of measuring length, time, direction, weight, volume, temperature, and distance.

Dan and Sue use math to figure out how to build a snowman as tall as the tree.

Explains in simple terms the concept of volume.