We finally have precise balance scales with metal weights which have 0.2 g. sensitivity. Balance (or a pair of scales) uses a balance beam and compares masses by balancing the weight due to the mass of an object against the weight of a known mass or masses. Adrian will attempt to do both:
- compare masses by balancing the weight of an object against the weight of a known mass (i.e. metal weights have its mass stated on them)
- compare masses by balancing the weight of autumn objects against the weight of an UN-known mass: nature-objects on the other side of the scale.
Practicing the pincer grip.
This activity is also a fun way to introduce 🔢fact families: for example 50 gr on one side=20+10+10+5+5 gr.
For more on Autumn-themed activities, read here a roundup of all the activities we have done during the month of 🍂September and 🎃October: over 20 of them! arranged by the area of study in the post “🍂Fall & 🎃Halloween Inspired Homeschooling 101 Unit Study.”
Also, you can read more about our Montessori “🍁Fall 🎃 Inspired Activities for Children (2016)” here.
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Where did you find your scale and weights? Love you website!