Measuring Temperature

“Thermometers measure heat in degrees. A degree is a unit for measuring heat.” This useful volume, illustrated with captioned full-color photographs and comic-style pictures, introduces many important science concepts. Topics include Fahrenheit versus Celsius scales, water’s boiling and freezing points, and how to use a thermometer. Straightforward activities (making a pretend thermometer, measuring the temperatures of some common food and drinks, and guessing the temperature of cold vs. warm water) with easy-to-follow steps, will keep kids engaged. Three additional projects are suggested in the last chapter. Simple sentence structure and vocabulary words noted in colored type throughout make this a good title for emerging readers. Back matter includes a glossary, lists of books and Web sites for more information, and an index.