K-12 Education
Simple, affordable and accurate classroom balances for educators and students from Scales Plus.
In K–12 education, scales and balances are often used as hands-on learning tools to help students understand basic scientific and mathematical concepts. In science classes, especially during elementary and middle school, students use balances to measure the mass of different objects and materials. This helps them learn about units of measurement, comparison, and the properties of matter in a tangible and interactive way. K-12 education commonly use mechanical scales, especially triple beam balances, because they are easy-to-use, durable and don't require a power source. One of the most popular model series used in education are the OHAUS triple beam balances. These highly sought after balances are affordable and have a track record of quality, durability and student-friendly design.
Balances are also used in experiments to teach the scientific method. For example, students might compare the weight of objects before and after a chemical reaction or measure ingredients in a lab activity to explore physical changes. Using scales helps build problem-solving and observation skills, allowing students to see the relationship between numbers and the real world. Teachers also use balances to introduce ideas like estimation, accuracy, and precision—concepts that are important not only in science, but also in math. By physically manipulating weights and observing changes, students gain a deeper understanding of abstract ideas through experience.
