19 November, S1 - Year 11 Ex2*

Title: Area, Perimeter (including compound shapes)
Challenge Question
What could be the dimensions of a rectangle which has an area of 10m2?

Learning Targets
Beginning
To be able to calculate the area of a rectangle using the formula A = lw

Developing
To be able to recall and use the formula A = ½ bh to find the area of a triangle. 

Mastering
To be able to demonstrate how to calculate the area and perimeter of compound shapes.

Resources 

Beginning

Developing

Area of a triangle

Introduce the idea of finding the area of a triangle. Remember this is all about multiplying the base by the height (at right angles to the base) AND then dividing the answer by 2. 

Ten Ticks - 5, 4 page 37

Stick on Maths - SSM , Level 5, 7

Mastering

Compound Shapes

We are now going look at compound shapes. These are shapes that can be broken down into simpler shapes to allow you to calculate the area. 

Watch this video if you need more help - Compound Shapes

Compound Area and Perimeter Sorting

Compound Shapes - Area and Perimeter

Ten Ticks - 5, 4 page 38

Book Review

Homework