Moving with Math Worksheet

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Grades

Standards

3.MD.C.6

3.MD.C.5

3..MD.C.5.A

3.MD.C.7

Formats

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This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksshet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.

About the "Moving with Math" Worksheet

Moving with Math is an engaging mathematics worksheet that combines real-world scenarios with area calculation practice. This interactive and printable worksheet presents students with the task of helping Elle determine the total square footage of her new apartment. The exercise is divided into five parts, focusing on calculating the areas of different rooms: the kitchen, bedroom, garage, and bathroom. Students are provided with the dimensions of each room and are required to calculate their individual areas.

The worksheet goes beyond simple area calculations by asking students to sum up the individual room areas to find the total area of the apartment. This approach not only reinforces area calculation skills but also introduces the concept of total area in a practical context. By framing the math problem within a moving scenario, the worksheet makes the learning experience more relatable and interesting for students. It also emphasizes the importance of including units in answers, helping students understand the significance of measurements in real-life applications.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

Calculation of area for rectangular shapes
Addition of multiple area measurements
Application of math concepts to real-world scenarios
Importance of including units in mathematical answers

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

Students will accurately calculate the area of at least 3 out of 4 rooms given their dimensions
Students will correctly sum up individual room areas to find the total apartment area

Psychomotor

Students will practice writing numerical answers and units clearly in designated spaces
Students will demonstrate the ability to use a ruler or measuring tool to verify dimensions if needed

Affective

Students will develop confidence in applying mathematical concepts to practical situations
Students will show increased interest in exploring how math is used in everyday life

Interpersonal/Social

Students will engage in peer discussions to compare calculation methods and results
Students will participate in group activities to solve similar real-world area problems