Exciting pictures and interesting facts will help introduce readers to the ideas and units of height measurement. Including measurements of some of the highest places in the world, readers will be guided through understanding altitude, estimating, and the metric system. Featuring a fun concluding activity and relatable examples and problems throughout, this book will reach readers.

Describes what area is, how it is measured, and how it is used in daily life.

Explains what distance means and the various ways of measuring it, including on land, at sea, and in space.

Describes what time is, how it is measured, and the various ways clocks were made throughout history.

Describes what volume is, how it is measured, and why it is important.

Describes what weight is, how it is measured, and why it is important.

Describes what temperature is, how it is measured, why it is important, and how it is used in daily life.

Product Description: For short bursts, cheetahs can reach a running speed of approximately 70 miles per hour. Readers will learn how to measure this incredible speed through a thorough explanation of a simple formula. Relatable examples and math problems accompanied by colorful photos and illustrations will guide readers through imperial and metric units as well as key speed measurement concepts such as acceleration and rotation...read more