Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.rp Converting Square Units
In this task, 6th graders must inches to feet in order to find the area of a rectangular board and explain the error in the calculations made by the board owner. Aligns with 6.RP.A.3.
Saddleback College
Algebra2go: Finding Perimeter Problem Sets
This resource has three problem sets to practice finding the perimeter of rectangular shapes. Select a problem set, then select a question. Fill in the blank with the correct answer for each problem. When you have answered all of the...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Find the Area of the Shape!
Try to figure out the area of this challenging shape. In order to view the images, you will need to use JavaSketchpad.
Other
Nearpod: Area & Perimeter: Rectangle
In this lesson on area and perimeter, 3rd graders will learn how to find the area and perimeter of rectangles by applying formulas.
Other
Grinnell College: Histograms Area of Rectangles
A sample problem is provided to help you create a histogram using a frequency distribution chart. Sample charts and formulas are provided to help explain how to find the area of the rectangles in the histogram and how to interpret what...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Surface Area
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this lesson students learn how to find surface area of rectangular and triangular solids.
Maths Challenge
Maths challenge.net: Rectangular Circles
An area problem involving finding the area of a rectangle and a circle. The problem may be made into a general proof as well.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Patios
Does bigger perimeter mean bigger area? Answer this question when you try this math challenge from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families series. Discover how understanding area and perimeter can be useful in real world situations.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Dance Space
In this lesson plan, students students explore locomotor and non-locomotor movement and calculate the area needed to perform the African-American dance Zudio.
Other
Nearpod: Geometry: Fall Edition
In this activity, 3rd graders will use multiplication to find the area of a rectangle.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 3.md the Square Counting Shortcut
This is a rectangle subdivision task; ideally instead of counting each square. students should break the letters into rectangles, multiply to find the areas, and add up the areas. Aligns with 3.MD.C: CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.C.6 Measure...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Pump Up the Volume
In this lesson plan, students will be required to generate a formula for volume of a rectangular prism. Students working in cooperative groups will use prior knowledge for finding area of a rectangle to determine the "amount of area in a...