length measurement

Measurement, emperors and revolutionaries, scientists and founding fathers try and fail to impose orderly standards, yet in their own ways contribute to the realization of the dream of a single, worldwide system of measurement.

Simple text and color photographs describe the units and tools used to measure length and distance.

Introduces measuring length as a boy and his family go fishing.

"Compares various long objects to shorter objects in unique, illustrated ways"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the science concept of length measurement through the use of simple sentences and everyday examples.

Jen learns about closeness and the measurement of distance in inches, feet, yards, and miles when she has to share a room with her little sister Lucy.

"The mathematical concept of units of measurement is introduced as a family plays mini-golf. Readers learn how to measure the length of an object in standard and metric units, using inches, feet, yards, centimeters, and meters. Additional concepts include estimating lengths, length units, and measurement tools. This book features a discover activity, history connection, and mathematical vocabulary introduction"--Provided by publisher.

Compares the lengths of several items in a family's home, including three shoes, three letters, three spoons, and other objects, showing which ones are longest and shortest.

Introduces the math concept of length measurement through the use of simple sentences and everyday examples.