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Find Area using Tiling Worksheet

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3.MD.C.7.A

3.MD.C.7.C

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About the "Tiling Rectangles and Area" Worksheet

Tiling Rectangles and Area is an innovative mathematics worksheet designed to help students visualize and understand the concept of area calculation. This interactive and printable worksheet presents three rectangular shapes with partially tiled side lengths. Students are instructed to complete the tiling process by dragging down the tiles, creating a visual representation of the rectangle's dimensions. This hands-on approach allows students to see how individual units combine to form the total area of a shape.

After completing the tiling process, students are then asked to calculate the area of each rectangle by multiplying the side lengths. This two-step process reinforces the connection between the visual representation of area and its mathematical calculation. By combining tactile engagement with numerical computation, the worksheet provides a comprehensive learning experience that caters to different learning styles. The use of centimeters as the unit of measurement also introduces students to practical applications of area calculation in real-world scenarios.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

Visual representation of rectangular area through tiling
Calculation of area using the multiplication method
Understanding the relationship between side lengths and total area
Application of area concepts using standard units of measurement (centimeters)

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

Students will accurately complete the tiling of all three rectangles, demonstrating understanding of side length representation
Students will correctly calculate the area of at least 2 out of 3 rectangles by multiplying the side lengths

Psychomotor

Students will demonstrate fine motor skills by dragging tiles to complete the rectangle sides
Students will practice writing numerical answers and units clearly in designated spaces

Affective

Students will develop confidence in their ability to visualize and calculate areas
Students will show increased interest in exploring geometric concepts through hands-on activities

Interpersonal/Social

Students will engage in peer discussions to compare tiling methods and area calculations
Students will collaborate in group activities to solve similar area problems using manipulatives

Common core standards covered

3.MD.C.7.a

Find the area of a rectangle with whole-number side lengths by tiling it, and show that the area is the same as would be found by multiplying the side lengths.

3.MD.C.7.c

Use tiling to show in a concrete case that the area of a rectangle with whole-number side lengths a and b + c is the sum of a × b and a × c. Use area models to represent the distributive property in mathematical reasoning.

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