Hooda Math
Hooda Math: Balance Scales
Solve simple linear equations using a balance beam. Replicate the given equation by moving the blocks of X and 1 to the sides of the balance scale. Then use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to each side to solve for x.
PBS
Pbs: Balancing Scales to Solve Equations
Predict the number of blocks you need to equal the weight of one bag and then test your theory. This interactive exercise focuses on using critical thinking skills to add and subtract items on the scales to achieve balance and visual...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Pan Balance Numbers
Use this tool to strengthen understanding and computation of numerical expressions and equality using a balance scale.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: The Balancing Act
Students are given the opportunity to visualize and interact with concepts they have already learned, specifically algebraic equations and solving for unknown variables. Students construct a balancing seesaw system (LEGO Balance Scale)...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Balancing Chemical Equations
An interactive simulation with weights and scales that teaches about balancing chemical equations and conservation of mass. This simulation can either be downloaded or played online and includes handouts, lesson plans, and additional...
PBS
Pbs Kids: Peg the Cat: Happy Camel Game
Help find the camel's toys in bowls of camel food by using a pan balance scale.
Science Museum of Minnesota
Thinking Fountain: The Balance
An easy-to-make, easy-to-use balance that is a great introduction for the elementary student.
Math Cats
Math Cats: Math Cats Balance
Use this interactive activity to learn about weights, balance and basic mathematics. With problem solving and math skills solve the questions about how many objects will balance out on the interactive scales.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Weighing Scale
Definition and explanation of a weighing scale. Includes balances, spring scales, hydraulic scales, and electronic scales.
Columbia University
The Climate System: Atmospheric Forces, Balances, and Weather Systems
The large scale horizontal flow of air in the atmosphere is driven by the imbalance of net radiation over the globe. This resource introduces us to the physical laws governing the horizontal motion of air. It also describes types of...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Which Is Heavier?
Students will learn the concept of weight by practicing weighing items on a balance scale and recording their results. Students can record their answers on the black line masters included in the Illustrated Mathematics lesson "How Heavy?".
TryEngineering
Try Engineering: A Question of Balance
Learners work in teams to fill jars with a product that is uniform in weight or count. Lesson investigates how manufacturing engineers use weight scales and measurement to develop systems that can create consistent products.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Balance When Adding and Subtracting
An interactive scale shows you how to deal with numbers and variables when solving simple algebraic equations.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: How Heavy
Students will have fun learning about weights with this hands-on activity. Students will use a balance scale to compare the weights of two different objects. Recording sheets are provided.
PBS
Pbs Kids: Dinosaur Train Chow Time
Feed the hungry dinosaurs but make sure they are getting the right amount! Click and drag food to the scale until it's balanced.
Other
Science4 Us: Science Tools
The Tools module introduces students to the tools scientists use for both qualitative and quantitative observations. Students learn to use tools such as their senses, rulers, and balance scales through hands-on activities.
University of Texas
Inside Mathematics: Boxes [Pdf]
This task challenges students to demonstrate an understand of the concept of equality using scales and balance beams.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Hydrogen Oxygen Reaction Lab
This lab exercise exposes students to a potentially new alternative energy source-hydrogen gas. Student teams are given a hydrogen generator and an oxygen generator. They balance the chemical equation for the combustion of hydrogen gas...
Math Slice
Math Slice: Heavy Slice Special Test
A concise test for assessing number sense using weights and scales. Assessment is scored online offering students immediate feedback. Can be used for a quick assessment.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: How Do You Measure Up? (With the Ti 10)
In this activity, students measure weight, height, and length with the help of a balance, scales, rulers, yardstick, and tape measures. They use their TI-10 to find proportions and to round off answers to whole numbers.
Curated OER
Eternal Egypt: Scale Box With Scales
This box is for keeping a scale and weights. It contains a sliding rule of two levels, carved and divided to contain balances.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Art Appreciation: Unit 3: Technical Aspects of Art
In this third unit of a course on Art Appreciation, students learn how to describe the technical aspects of an artist's work by discussing elements of art and principles of design. They also look at the stylistic qualities of an artist's...
Starfall
Starfall: Weight
In this interactive, students weigh a rabbit, frog, and kangaroo by adding blocks to the scales until they are exactly even.
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