Scales

Balance weights or compare the weight of various objects with this extremely strong wooden balance scales. Learn to describe what happens to the scale and why. Children will begin to classify objects as heavy / light, despite the size of the object.

Made from beech wood with plastic pans. The scales measure 40 x 15cm and each pan is 17.5cm in diameter. Manual included. Plastic Weights available separately (522832)

Please note: the illustrated play food and the illustrated weights are not included. Ages 3yrs+

Key Educational Benefits:

• Mass and Weight: Children can differentiate between objects of equal size but varying weights, introducing them to the concepts of mass and weight. This exploration helps them understand how the amount of matter in an object relates to its weight.
• Balance and Equilibrium: Using the scale, children can compare the weights of different objects, learning about equilibrium and how equal weights balance each other. This hands-on activity demonstrates the principle that when two objects of equal weight are placed on opposite sides of a balance, the scale remains level.
• Measurement and Comparison: The scale encourages children to measure and compare the weight of various objects, fostering skills in observation, classification, and critical thinking. By engaging in these activities, children learn to quantify and compare the physical properties of objects.
• Scientific Inquiry and Hypothesis Testing: Children can hypothesize which objects will be heavier or lighter and test their predictions using the balance scale. This process introduces them to the scientific method, encouraging observation, experimentation, and conclusion drawing.
• Understanding of Physical Properties: Through hands-on exploration, children develop an understanding of the physical properties of materials, such as density and composition, and how these properties affect weight. This concept is fundamental in various scientific fields, including physics and material science.