Montessori Nomenclature: Parts of a Balance Scale

Balance scales were one of the first kinds of scales, simple due to their mechanical build. They employ levers to measure weight and are therefore an excellent example of levers' daily applications.
Nomenclature Cards entice the child to explore the parts of the concept, building their vocabulary and reading skills. Each part is presented within the whole, giving the complete picture and showing the part’s relevance within its context. This set includes …
balance scale
pointer
weight pan
support
beam
base
weights
sample pan
The control booklet allows for autonomous error correction, making the whole learning experience more authentic.