Real-world examples and engaging activities guide readers in learning about measuring weight. Readers practice selecting appropriate measuring tools and units of measurement, converting between units, and solving problems by measuring.

Real-world examples and engaging activities guide readers in learning about measuring weight. Readers practice selecting appropriate measuring tools and units of measurement, converting between units, and solving problems by measuring.

Introduces readers to the concept of weight, including how to measure it and what tools and units to use when measuring. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, infographics, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Cody Koala is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

It’s usually rude to ask how much someone weighs, but in science it’s an important thing to know! Readers learn how to measure weight in a variety of different ways, from ounces or grams used for small measurements, pounds or kilograms used to measure people, and tons and metric tons we used to measure larger loads. Using simple text to explain scientific and engineering principles fulfills STEM course requirements in a fun and engaging way and colorful photographs and graphics make the content even more accessible.

Is it heavy or is it light? Use a measuring tool to measure the weight. From ounces to tons, learn about weight and become a measuring master.

Explains how to answer questions about the weight of something by measuring it, describes the development of weighing instruments, and introduces the main units in the customary and metric systems.

Here’s a physics book that discusses gravity and weight in a way that a sixth grader understands. Using this science book, your child will learn to distinguish between mass and weight. He/She will also learn how gravity affects masses. Lastly, the book will teach your child about the appropriate measuring instruments and units. Get a copy today.