Shape, Space, and Measurement · Geometry and Measurement

Area, Perimeter, and Surface Area

Calculating the space inside and around shapes, including composite figures.

Key Questions

  1. 1Can two shapes have the same perimeter but different areas?
  2. 2How do we calculate the area of an irregular shape by breaking it into smaller parts?
  3. 3Why is area measured in square units while perimeter is measured in linear units?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - MeasurementNCCA: Primary - Area
Class/Year: 5th Class
Subject: Mathematical Mastery: Exploring Patterns and Logic
Unit: Shape, Space, and Measurement
Period: Geometry and Measurement

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