Measurement in the Real World · Measurement

Weight and Capacity

Exploring the concepts of heavy and light, and full and empty through hands-on investigation.

Key Questions

  1. 1Does a larger object always weigh more than a smaller one?
  2. 2How can we prove that two different shaped containers hold the same amount?
  3. 3Why is a balance scale useful for comparing weight?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - MeasurementNCCA: Primary - Weight
Class/Year: 1st Class
Subject: Foundations of Mathematical Thinking
Unit: Measurement in the Real World
Period: Measurement

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