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Math in Action

Can you finish balance scale diy in about 20 min?

Balance Scale DIY

You will understand the concept of weight and balance through hands-on experience.

Duration20 min
Age GroupAges 7–10
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectMath
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Concept

What this lesson teaches

This activity helps children understand the concept of weight and balance through hands-on experience.

Materials

What you need

  • Clothes hanger
  • Two small plastic cups
  • Pencil or stick
  • Small weights (like coins or pebbles)
  • Tape or string
Steps

How the activity runs

  1. Gather your materials like a hanger and cups.
  2. Attach two cups to each end of the hanger.
  3. Balance the hanger on a pencil or stick.
  4. Test weights by placing items in the cups.
  5. Observe which side goes down and discuss why.
Why It Works

The learning connection

Using a DIY balance scale makes learning engaging and fun. It encourages children to explore scientific concepts through play, enhancing retention and understanding.

Extend the Lesson

Try it with your learner

1. Cut two equal lengths of string, about 30 cm each. 2. Tie one end of each string to the small containers. 3. Tie the other end of both strings to the middle of the plastic hanger. 4. Make sure the containers hang evenly from the hanger. 5. Place weights in one container and compare with the other. 6. What did you notice?

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