Apple vs. Watermelon

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a learning activity designed to help students understand the concept of weight, specifically the difference between heavy and light objects. It features a balance scale with two boxes on either side for the placement of objects. Below the scale, there are two images, one of an apple and one of a planet, each inside a dotted square indicating that they are to be cut out and pasted into one of the boxes above. The task is for students to decide which object is heavy and which is light, and then place them in the corresponding box on the scale.

The worksheet aims to teach students basic concepts of physical properties, in this case, weight. By comparing an apple and a planet, it encourages children to think critically about the mass of different objects and their relative weights. The activity also introduces students to the balance scale, a tool used to measure weight, by engaging them in a hands-on approach that enhances their understanding. Additionally, it provides an opportunity for developing fine motor skills through cutting and pasting activities.