Perimeter Explorer

This activity allows the user to test his or her skill at calculating the perimeter of a random shape. The user is given a random shape and asked to enter a value for the perimeter. The applet then informs the user whether or not the value is correct. The user may continue trying until he or she gets the correct answer.

This activity would work well in mixed ability groups of two or three for about 25 minutes if you use the exploration questions, and 10-15 minutes otherwise.
Resource ID#: 30511 Type: Virtual Manipulative
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Direct Link: http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/PerimeterExplorer/

General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 3, 4
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students
Keywords: perimeter
Instructional Component Type(s): Virtual Manipulative,  Problem-Solving Task,  Educational Software / Tool,  Teaching Idea
Resource Collection: NSDL

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