area measurement

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area measurement

Math on the playground

area and perimeter
Text and illustrations about the playground introduce the concepts of area and perimeter.

Create a quilt

understand concepts of area
Introduces the concept of area through the description of how a quilt is made.
Cover image of Create a quilt

Building Washington, D.C.

measuring the area of rectangular shapes
Examines the history and buildings of Washington, D.C., and uses that study to explain how to measure the areas of rectangles.

A sense of art

perimeter and area
2012
Uses elements of art to help children learn about perimeter and area.

Teotihuacan

designing an ancient Mexican city : calculating perimeters and areas of squares and rectangles
2004
Demonstrates methods for calculating the perimeters and areas of square and rectangles by exploring the ancient Mexican city of Teotihuacan.

Area

Explains the concept of area and discusses how it is measured. Provides equations for calculating the area of various objects and includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

At the aquarium

volume
2009
An illustrated introduction to volume that describes how to calculate volume and how marine scientists use volume to determine the correct tank size for animals at the aquarium; and includes a problem solving activity.

Amusement parks

perimeter and area
2009
Uses amusement parks, their history, rides, and activities to help children learn about perimeter and area.

Area of circles and composite shapes

2004
Shows how mathematical knowledge of how to find the area of geometric shapes can be applied in everyday life.

Landscape by design

perimeter and area
2012
Uses landscape design to help children learn about perimeter and area.

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