For Good Measure The Ways We Say How Much, How Far, How Heavy, How Big, How Old

by Robbins, Ken

• ISBN13: 9781596433441
• ISBN10: 1596433442
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-03-30
• Publisher: Flash Point

Summary

Feet, pounds, miles: these are words used every day. But where did they originate, and what do they actually mean? Through spectacular photographs and straightforward text, Robbins makes measurements come alive. Full color.

Author Biography

KEN ROBBINS has written and illustrated more than twenty books for children, including the highly successful PUMPKINS. He lives on Long Island, New York.

Table of Contents

“Clear, artful photography, spare design, informative text and delicious historical tidbits make this a must-have reference books both kids and adults will enjoy.” —San Francisco Chronicle

“A delightful read.” —Newsday

“The clarity that the illustrations bring to the concepts is remarkable. Everyone I shared this book with closed it saying, “I didn’t know that.” Pictures are worth a thousand words and this book makes good on that statement.” –Starred, Library Media Connection

“Clear and well-organized, the text is invitingly conversational and chockfull of interesting tidbits.” —Horn Book

“. . . Will be good as a resource tool when examining the subject.” —School Library Journal

“By tossing in tidbits of history, word origins and meanings, Robbins takes the everyday subject of measurement and makes it accessible, interesting and memorable.” —Kirkus Reviews