NRICH: Perimeter Possibilities
An inspiring resource for learning numeracy
Use this NRICH resource to explore the possibilities of perimeter
Numeracy Focus: Understanding, estimating and using measurement
Many tasks about area and perimeter focus on the two separately.
This problem combines both by inviting students to consider the different possibilities for the perimeter when the area of a rectangle is fixed.
Stage: Level 3 to 8
This resource supports:
Proficiency
- Problem-solving
HITS
- Explicit teaching
Cross-curricular
- Technologies: Digital Technologies
Audience
- Teachers
Teaching and Learning Cycle:
- Teach
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Reflective Prompt
How might you use digital technologies such as BeeBots (for younger students), Ollie or Sphero (for older students) to teach perimeter and area?
How might this positively impact student engagement and learning?
Reflective Prompt
How might you use digital technologies such as BeeBots (for younger students), Ollie or Sphero (for older students) to teach perimeter and area?
How might this positively impact student engagement and learning?
Proficiency Reflective Prompt
How would you use this resource in your context to foster children and young people’s problem solving?
Proficiency Reflective Prompt
How would you use this resource in your context to foster children and young people’s problem solving?