Mathematics·Measurement·procedural
Measuring mass and weight (age 4+)
Compare two objects directly by mass or weight and describe the difference using language such as heavy, light, heavier than, lighter than
Suggested ages 4–6
Evidence of understanding
- Heft two objects and say which is heavier/lighter
- Use a simple balance to compare the weight of two objects
- Describe one object as 'heavier than' another
Assessment prompt
If Measuring mass and weight (age 4+) holds a bag of apples in one hand and a feather in the other, can they tell you which is heavier and use words like "much heavier than" to describe the difference?
Standards alignment
K.MD.1US · ccss-math
Describe Measurable Attributes
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · K
K.MD.2US · ccss-math
Compare Objects with Measurable Attributes
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · K
Maths/Y1/M/2GB · uk-nc-2013
Compare and solve problems for mass/weight
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1