Plastic Weights - Set of 54

This colourful set of 54 plastic weights provides a practical, hands-on way for students to investigate mass and weight in both science and maths contexts. The hexagonal design makes stacking simple, allowing students to visualise changes in weight with ease. Each piece is colour-coded and clearly marked for easy identification, making them accessible for younger learners. These plastic weights offer a safe, durable alternative to traditional metal weights, perf...

¢ Educational Benefits:

• Helps students understand the concept of mass and how to measure it
• Encourages sorting, comparing, and sequencing by weight
• Reinforces counting, addition, and subtraction through hands-on play
• Colour-coded design aids visual learning and identification
• Supports STEM exploration in early years and primary settings

¢ Classroom Ideas:

• Stack weights to match the mass of classroom objects and record findings
• Use in role-play shop activities with balance scales
• Group weights by size and colour and calculate totals
• Use in maths centres for number bond and weight matching games
• Explore concepts of estimation and measurement accuracy

¢ Specifications:

• Includes 20 x 1g, 20 x 5g, 10 x 10g, and 4 x 20g weights
• Total weight: 300g
• Hexagonal shape, 35mm diameter
• Colour-coded for identification
• Stackable for ease of use
• Suitable for science and mathematics lessons in lower primary