Mathematics
First Grade Curriculum
Chapter 10- Weight
In Chapters 1 and 7, children learned about numbers to 20. They understand the concept of comparing and ordering two or more numbers. In Chapter 9, children learned that length can be measured using everyday objects as non-standard units. They also learned to use the term 'unit' to describe length. These concepts will be applied and extended further in this chapter.
In this chapter, children integrate their understanding of numbers and measurement through an introduction to the concept of weight. They learn that a balance is a useful took in comparing weights of things. Children come to think of weight as the number of specific units that balance the thing to be weighed. In this chapter, non-standard units are used to measure weights. Children compare the weight of things by comparing the numbers of units used in weighing. They learn that the smaller the unit, the more precise the measurement. The activities in this chapter prepare children for measuring with standardized units and measurement systems introduced in Grade 1.
Articles and helpful tips to help your child with math:
https://www.oxfordlearning.com/make-math-more-fun/
https://www.thoughtco.com/strategies-for-teaching-math-to-kids-3128859
Chapter 10- Weight
In Chapters 1 and 7, children learned about numbers to 20. They understand the concept of comparing and ordering two or more numbers. In Chapter 9, children learned that length can be measured using everyday objects as non-standard units. They also learned to use the term 'unit' to describe length. These concepts will be applied and extended further in this chapter.
In this chapter, children integrate their understanding of numbers and measurement through an introduction to the concept of weight. They learn that a balance is a useful took in comparing weights of things. Children come to think of weight as the number of specific units that balance the thing to be weighed. In this chapter, non-standard units are used to measure weights. Children compare the weight of things by comparing the numbers of units used in weighing. They learn that the smaller the unit, the more precise the measurement. The activities in this chapter prepare children for measuring with standardized units and measurement systems introduced in Grade 1.
Articles and helpful tips to help your child with math:
https://www.oxfordlearning.com/make-math-more-fun/
https://www.thoughtco.com/strategies-for-teaching-math-to-kids-3128859
