Lesson 64: Area and Perimeter Problems & Puzzles
Lesson 64 Learning Objective: (optional)
Solve problems that require the ability to distinguish area and perimeter in rectangles
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Math Talk:
See Math Talk image below
Reflect:
*Reflect in your math journal. Draw, create or write to share your thinking. See Lesson 64 learning guide for more reflection questions, real life anchoring, playful explorations and creative invitations.
If two rectangles have the same area, do they always have the same perimeter? Why or why not?
Describe when knowing the area of a space is helpful.
Describe when knowing the perimeter of a space is helpful.
Something that helped me remember the difference between area and perimeter is: ________
Math Talk:
Have a conversation about this image. Be curious. Be creative. Can you see in different ways?
What shapes and angles do you notice? How do see this machine? How does it measure distance?
A drawing of Archemedes' odometer (circa 264-241 BC), to measure distance. What do you notice? How does it work? What can you imagine? How could this tool help measure area and perimeter?
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