Introduction to Perimeter

Description

Our interactive Perimeter Lesson Plan demonstrates the definition of perimeter and how to find the perimeter of various polygons and other objects. This engaging lesson incorporates collaborative learning and reinforces the concept with students as they identify real-world uses for perimeter.

Classroom Procedure / Teacher Instruction Sample:

1. Display a square and rectangle. Ask: What is the difference between the outside and the inside of the rectangle and square?
2. Allow for responses and discussion. Lead the discussion to the outside is the perimeter.
3. Ask students: Where are places in your neighborhood or home that have an inside and outside? Which part is the perimeter?
4. Allow for responses and discussion.
5. Distribute Introduction to Perimeter content pages. Save the final question for lesson closing. Read and review the information with the students. Use the additional resources to enhance understanding.

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Common Core State Standards: None for Grade 1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.2.MD.D.9, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.MD.D.8, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.MD.A.3

Class Sessions (45 minutes): At least 2 class sessions

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