Tools Included
- Small tape measure (10), large fractional tape measure (15)
- Feeler gauge (12)
- Tire tread depth gauge (12)
- Spark plug (3)
- Welded socket (6)
- Measuring cups set (12) & Measuring spoons set (12)
- Digital caliper (12)
- Tire pressure gauge (12)
- Breaker bar (6)
- Beam torque wrench (6)
Description
Expose learners to the tools used in the everyday world of trades as they explore concepts of measurement. This kit is accompanied by demonstration videos of each tool, and how the tool is used in the trade. Tools can be used as classroom manipulatives or can be used in specific activities. All tangible items come packaged in a self-contained rolling toolbox with QR codes linked to web content.
Featured Trades: Automotive Service Technician, Heavy
Equipment Technician, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Parts Technician, Cook, Carpentry, Pipe Trades, Baker, Welding, Wind Turbine Technician
Contributors: Colton Garner, Warren Anderson, Matthew Prete, Jen Lund, Dave Heins, Kiri Stolz, Brody Forster, Eric Mitchell, Roy Mugisha, Tim Fyfe, Joëlle Lavergne
Concepts: Measurement, Metric and Imperial systems of measurement, Fractions, Decimals, Place value, Torque, Skip counting, Integers, Volume, Perimeter, Area
Grade(s): K-11
Suggested Curricular Alignments
K-6 Math – Number, Measurement
Grade 7 Math – Number
Grade 7 Science – Structures and forces
Math 10 C – Measurement
Math 10-3 & 20-3 – Measurement
