Scale: Size Matters!

Every miniature starts with a single question: how big should this really be? 

Before Lexie or Nana can build anything, they have to learn to see the world in scale – and now your child can too. This resource turns everyday objects and real math into a hands-on first lesson in scale and ratio, no lecture required. 

What children/students will learn:

• How to understand and calculate the scale ratios real miniature builders use 

• How to compare and reason about relative sizes across everyday objects

• The vocabulary builders use to talk about scale and proportion

• Hands-on practice measuring and converting real objects to a working scale Perfect for: Grades 2-5, and any caring adult ready to build alongside them. Format: Instant digital download, PDF, 7 pages.