Calculate the areas of rectangles using multiplication
I can calculate the areas of rectangles using multiplication.
Calculate the areas of rectangles using multiplication
I can calculate the areas of rectangles using multiplication.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- To find the area of a rectangle you multiply the length by the width
- Known facts, mental and written strategies can be used to calculate area
- The area of a rectangle is similar to an array for multiplication
Keywords
Length / width - Length and width are two words used to describe the sides or dimensions of polygons.
Common misconception
Good multiplication skills are required for this lesson, including TO x O and HTO x O.
Pupils who are insecure with short multiplication will need pre-teaching. Consider giving them a scaffold such as a times tables grid.
To help you plan your year 5 maths lesson on: Calculate the areas of rectangles using multiplication, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 5 maths lesson on: Calculate the areas of rectangles using multiplication, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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