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Measuring weight and height - reading scales

Measuring weight and height - reading scales
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  • Measuring weight and height - reading scales
  • Duration: 02:26
  • An introduction to the measurement of weight in kilograms and height in centimetres, with a demonstration of how to read scales. In this animation set at the South Pole, Dave needs to read the scales to weigh the penguins. The scales are marked in 10s. To make reading the scales easier and more effective he adds in the 5s. Next, The penguins' heights are measured in centimetres. This scale is also marked in 10s.
  • Subject:

    Maths

       Topic:

    Measurement and Scales

  • Keywords: measure, weight, kilograms, height, centimetres, scales, tall
Ideas for use in class
  • This clip would be useful to show at the start of a numeracy lesson where the learning objective is to be able to read scales. It would provide a good, fun introduction. The skill of reading scales is clearly described and demonstrated.
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  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 16x9
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