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Area and Perimeter of a Leaf

Grades: 5th Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
Subjects: Math

Student Instructions

Follow the link to print graph paper: https://www.math-drills.com/graphpaper/graph_paper_1_cm_001.1442496343.pdf You will need to find some string or yarn and two different colored pens. Go outside and choose 3 leaves of varying sizes and shapes. Careful not to choose a leaf that will make you itch. I've add a photo of leaves you should stay clear from. Tap add Step 1: Trace your leaves onto graph paper Step 2: Count full squares 1-? and count partial squares 1-? Step 3: Take the number of full squares and add them to the number of partial squares that have been multiplied by .5. This is the area of your leaf in cm^2. Step 4. Use a string to outline the leaf. Use a ruler to measure the string. This is the perimeter. Step 5. Use the photo to show your work and calculations. Tap check when you are finished.

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