Early years weight

In this activity, children will use the language of weight when comparing objects on a balance scale.

By following some simple recipes in this task, children can practise the skills of measuring and counting ingredients.

In this activity, having access to a mystery box will spark children's imagination and encourage them to describe what they notice about the box.

By making 'caterpillars', children have an opportunity to practise using language of length and width, and non-standard measures to compare lengths.

Comparing wrapped presents gives children the chance to explore and discuss weight, including the idea that large objects aren't necessarily the heaviest.

This task provides children with the opportunity to investigate halving different shapes and check that they have made two halves.