Unit 2, Lesson 7
Different Square Units (Part 2)
Grade 3
Preparation
Lesson Narrative
In a previous lesson, students learned about the difference between square inches and square centimeters. In this lesson, students work with square feet and square meters, building on their work with feet and meters in grade 2. Students consider different areas in real-world situations and choose a square unit that would be the most useful to measure each given area.
- Engagement
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- Comprehend (in spoken and in written language) the meaning of the terms “square foot” and “square meter.”
- Explain (orally and in writing) whether a given area would be measured with square centimeters, square inches, square feet, or square meters.
- Let’s learn about larger square units.
Required Materials
Required Preparation
- Optional: Create square-foot and square-meter units from rulers, meter sticks, and rubber bands.
- Gather examples of a square centimeter and a square inch from a previous lesson, and examples of a square meter and a square foot from the previous activity.
Teacher Reflection Questions
In what ways can you connect the math in today’s lesson to students' lived experience? Consider interviewing students' family or community members to find out how they use area in their daily lives.