Books in Starting... series

"Starting maths" is a series which provides an introduction to infant maths topics. The concepts dealt with in each book follow the guidelines of the British National Curriculum. "Measuring" introduces one of the fundemental mathematical operations - the working out of height, length, volume, area and capacity. It begins by explaining the idea of measuring height and length, and goes on to give examples to show the importance and use of measurement in our everyday lives. The book encourages children to take part in a variety of activities that help to give a greater understanding of the topic. The book starts by explaining what exactly measurement is and why it is so important to us. The readers are encouraged to take part in some interesting and original practical activities to see exactly how the various concepts of measurement can be worked out. The author shows the readers through the activities what height, length, are and volume are.