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Wednesday, 23 February 2011

Thermometers and Temperature

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Here are a few great sites to use when learning about thermometers and temperature:

Math is Fun:
This thermometer shows the temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.  As you change the temperature, the image will change to reflect the current outdoor conditions.















Topmark's Thermometer Practice:
Practice reading horizontal or vertical thermometers.  You can also choose to find the difference in temperatures.  Celsius only.
















EChalk's Thermometer:
Use this interactive thermometer to practice reading temperatures and differences.  This thermometer is customizable, you can choose the minimum and maximum temperatures, intervals, move the slider to mark a temperature, and use the marker to note the previous location.
















Thermometer Quiz:
Students practice reading temperatures with this interactive quiz.  Fahrenheit only.
















Temperature Game:
Choose Fahrenheit, Celsius, or Kelvin and then click and drag the images/events to their correct temperatures.













Keeping Warm:
Conduct a virtual experiment to see how different insulators help regulate the temperature of liquids over time.
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