Given composite figures (combinations of rectangles, squares, parallelograms, trapezoids, triangles, semicircles, and quarter circles), students will be able to determine expressions for the area as well as calculate the area of the figure.

Students are able to manipulate a parallelogram on a coordinate grid to explore properties of a parallelogram and then calculate the distance of the sides, altitude, and area. The resource also includes links to further explain important...

To find the area of a triangle, try to make a parallelogram using a copy of the triangle.

Learn about the perimeter of a parallelogram with this helpful reference tool. Provides a detailed definition, examples, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.

Learn about the area of a rhombus with this handy reference guide. Provides a detailed definition, formulas, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.

[Free Registration/Login Required] In this lesson, students build geometric models of graduation caps using stiff paper. The activity requires the application of skills in finding surface area, understanding similarity, knowing the...

Calculate certain variables of a rhombus depending on the inputs provided. Calculations include side lengths, corner angles, diagonals, height, perimeter, and area of a rhombus.