Find the area of triangles, rectangles, and parallelograms using this metric worksheet.

Concepts

area of triangles, area formulas, area, area of parallelograms, area of rectangles

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Cut each shape from the worksheet, divide the class into groups, give each group a shape to solve for area, and discuss their findings when complete 
• Assign objects in and out of the classroom for learners to find the area 

Classroom Considerations

• Copies are required 
• Scholars should be familiar with the metric system and the formula for finding the area of a shape 

Pros

• Pictures represent the problem to be solved
• A space for the answer is provided 

Cons

• None

Common Core

3.MD.C.5.a 3.MD.C.5.b 3.MD.C.7.a 3.MD.C.7.b 3.MD.C.7.c 3.MD.C.7.d 4.MD.A.3 6.G.A.1