Measurements - General & Miscellaneous, Science Reference - General & Miscellaneous, Mathematics - General & Miscellaneous, Mathematics - Reference - General & Miscellaneous, Physics
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Overview
In a fun and friendly way, Tell Me How Much It Weighs introduces the concept of weight by investigating the major aspects involved. Units of weight, methods of measuring weight, such as balance scales, and the importance of weight measurement for a variety of uses are explored. This scientific material is presented by the Whiz Kids, a culturally diverse group of cartoon characters. Each book in the Whiz Kids series encourages children to think about the world they live in, featuring everyday objects and familiar situations to introduce scientific principles.Introduces the concept of weight, discussing units of weight, methods of measuring weight, and the importance of weight measurement for a variety of uses.
Editorials
Children's Literature -
Children often have a difficult time with the concept of weight. Trying to determine if one object is lighter or heavier than another can be difficult to explain. This text presents the concept through activities, pictures, and familiar objects such as a see saw and a bathroom scale. Children learn to compare and contrast, and to apply what they have learned to animate and inanimate objects. This is a delightful introduction to science for younger students. The children in the illustrations represent a variety of ethnic backgrounds. Activities included can be undertaken by children themselves, while others are better undertaken with an adult. Activities requiring adult assistance are coded with the icon 'scissors in a circle.' This is a wonderful series for introducing children in pre-school through second grade to science. An index and a glossary are included.Book Details
Published
March 28, 2000
Publisher
Scholastic Library Publishing
Pages
32
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780531159774