Calculating Area of Squares
8th GradeMath15 min
Learning Objective
I can calculate the area of a square given the side length.
Lesson Flow
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Calculating the Area of Shapes
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The area of a square is calculated by multiplying the length of a side by itself, or side squared.
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If a square has a side length of 7 meters, the area is 49 meters squared (m²).
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Area is always expressed in square units, such as square meters, while side lengths are measured in units of distance, such as meters.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“A square has a side length of 11 meters. What is the area of this square? Make sure to include units in your answer.”
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