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Measuring Temperature

Year

2012

Language

ENGLISH

Publication Information

The Child's World, Inc.

Summary

In this book, readers learn what temperature is and why and how it is measured. They learn about the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales and where each is used. Readers learn about thermometers and how they help us in everyday life--from taking body temperatures to regulating how cool or warm our homes are. How tall are you? How many days are there until your birthday? Should you dress to stay warm or to keep cool today? Students can easily find these answers and many more by measuring. Knowing how to find length, time, and temperature helps kids every day. This series shows youngsters how measuring can help them make sense of their world. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

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