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  • Volume

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Defines volume and describes how it is measured.
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  • Area

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Describes what area is, how it is measured, and how it is used in daily life.
    X

  • Weight

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces weight, describes the different measuring scales, details how it is measured, and explains the difference between density and weight.
    X

  • Height

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Describes how height and altitude are measured, explains the differences in height measurement scales, and how altitude is used in everyday measurement.
    R

  • Temperature

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Describes the different ways to measure temperature, including the different types of thermometers, the different temperatures scales, and explains how temperature measurements are used to identify body heat and weather.
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  • Time

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Explores the different ways in which time is measured, ancient and modern methods for tracking time, and the relationship between time and speed.
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  • Distance

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Provides information on measuring distance, including feet, inches, and meters.
    R

  • Temperature

    Navin Sullivan

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square Publishing, Dec. 1, 2006)
    "Discusses heat, temperature, the science behind measuring temperature, and the different devices used to measure temperature"--Provided by publisher.
    V

  • Speed

    Chris Woodford

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Shares information on how to measure speed, including miles per hour, kilometers per hour, and revolutions per minute.
    V

  • Area

    Chris Woodford

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    In order to build a house or paint a room, builders must know an important measuring concept: finding area. Using accessible explanations and illustrations, readers will be introduced to the simple formula for finding area using length and height. Strategies to solve finding area of irregular shapes as well as simple squares and triangles are discussed, including concepts such as pi and measuring a pie. Fun math problems featured throughout encourage readers to apply what they've learned. Budding contractors can then put their new knowledge to work in a fun concluding activity.
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  • Temperature

    Chris Woodford

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Measuring temperature can help decide whether someone has a fever, if its a good day for a picnic, and whether dinner is done cooking. 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, and a concluding hands-on activity will give them a chance to test out their new knowledge.
    R

  • Time

    Chris Woodford

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    There are many units with which to measure time, including seconds, hours, days, and even decades. Clocks and calendars make it easier to see time pass, but time is always moving even when we arent measuring it. Beginning with the sundials of the ancient Egyptians, readers will learn much more than just how to measure time. Simple explanations of time zones and the inner workings of classic and modern timepieces accompany brief introductions to some of the greatest scientists to study time. Engaging questions and a hands-on activity guide them through this important math concept.
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