The Hidden World of Toilets: Volume

by Monika Davies

Overview

Our toilets toil away for us every day. Yet, they get little thanks for their hard work! When you think of toilets, you probably picture one in your home. But, toilets can be very different around the world. At first glance, a toilet is a simple device, but they are critical for proper sanitation. There are many people worldwide who do not have access to a toilet. Let's dive into an exploration of the history, importance, and inner workings of toilets! This nonfiction book combines math and literacy skills and uses everyday examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The full-color images, math charts and diagrams, sidebars, and practice problems make learning to measure volume relevant and fun. Text features include a table of contents, glossary, and index to increase understanding of math and reading concepts. An in-depth problem-solving section provides additional learning opportunities while challenging students' higher-order thinking skills.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781425858100
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	01/02/2018
Series:	Mathematics in the Real World
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.13(d)
Age Range:	8 - 18 Years

Table of Contents

Toiling Toilets 4

A Whirling History 6

The Birth of the Flush Toilet 10

The Ins & Outs 12

Global Toilets 16

Out-of-This-World Toilets 20

Toilets in Developing Nations 22

Toilets for Tomorrow 26

Problem Solving 28

Glossary 30

Index 31

Answer Key 32