Finding the Perimeter of Shapes Grid Worksheet
- Grades
- Grades 2–5
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- Measurements, Geometry, Math
- Topic
- Perimeter
- Resource types
- Worksheets
- Preparation
- Print ready
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About this resource
This worksheet is a great way for students to practice finding the perimeter of different shapes. The grid format makes it easy for students to see how the perimeter is calculated. This is a great resource for teachers who want to provide extra practice for their students.
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Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
Measure perimeter by following a shape boundary
Combine horizontal and vertical side lengths
Distinguish outside distance from interior area
Teaching tips
Mark each boundary segment as it is counted to avoid missing an indentation.
Have students check the total by travelling around the shape in the opposite direction. Move from counting grid units to adding labelled lengths with this perimeter worksheet.
Skills covered
Unit-grid measurement
Boundary tracing
Length addition
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Core concepts
Core concepts
Perimeter
Grid shapes
Centimetres
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