In this book, readers learn what length is and why and how it is measured. They learn about the US customary system and the metric system, where each is used, and the units of measurement in each system. Readers also learn how to estimate distances and lengths. How tall are you? How many days are there until your birthday? Should you dress to stay warm or to keep cool today? Students can easily find these answers and many more by measuring. Knowing how to find length, time, and temperature helps kids every day. This series shows youngsters how measuring can help them make sense of their world. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator

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