Learners will use a block to compare with other objects to decide which is heavier/lighter. They will fill in a chart by drawing a picture of it under "Heavier" or "Lighter" depending which applies.

To introduce these terms, 1st graders get to learn a little mouse with a LONG name! After reading Chrysanthemum, students look at how long all of their names are and use the terms, "shorter, equal to and longer than" to compare the lengths.

1, 2, 3,... Students will demonstrate their counting ability as they count sets of objects between 40-60.