Calculating perimeter using algebra

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Teachit Author
Calculating perimeter using algebra
Main Subject
Category
Algebra: Simple formulae
Inside
Includes answers
Resource type
Student activity
Starter/Plenary

A PowerPoint which asks children to write algebraic formulae to demonstrate how to calculate the perimeters of different 2D shapes. As an extra challenge, can they simplify the formulae?

Ideal for introducing algebra in Y5 and Y6.

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