Exploring Area and Perimeter in 3rd Grade Math

Mrs. Brewer, a third-grade teacher, welcomes students to a math lesson focused on shapes. She begins with an emotional check-in and a breathing exercise to help students relax. The lesson includes a shape identification activity where students determine which shape doesn't belong. Mrs. Brewer reads 'The Greedy Triangle,' a story about a triangle that changes shapes to find happiness. The lesson concludes with a discussion on quadrilaterals and parallel lines, encouraging students to appreciate their unique qualities. The session ends with a positive message and a reminder to return for more learning.

How does Mrs. Brewer feel about teaching in an empty classroom?

• She enjoys the quiet.

• It makes her feel sad.

• She prefers it to a full classroom.

• It doesn't affect her.

What is the main difference between the pentagon and the other shapes in the game?

• It is the only shape with angles.

• It is the only shape with three sides.

• It is the only shape that is colored in black.

• It is the only shape with five sides.

What does the triangle initially wish for to make its life more interesting?

• To become a circle

• One more side and one more angle

• To be bigger

• More friends

What shape does the triangle transform into first?

• Quadrilateral

• Hexagon

• Pentagon

• Square

What is the shape's favorite new role after becoming a quadrilateral?

• A baseball diamond

• A book page

• A computer screen

• A window

After becoming a pentagon, what unique place does the shape enjoy being?

• A soccer ball

• Home plate in baseball

• A star

• The Pentagon building

How do the shape's friends react to its constant changes?

• They are happier.

• They feel ignored.

• They don't notice.

• They are impressed.

What lesson does the shape learn by the end of 'The Greedy Triangle'?

• Having more sides makes one more interesting.

• Changing shapes doesn't lead to happiness.

• Being a circle is the best shape.

• Triangles are the least interesting shape.

What does the shape ultimately decide to become again?

• A circle

• A triangle

• A square

• A hexagon

What does the triangle enjoy doing the most?

• Slipping into place when people put their hands on their hips

• Catching wind for sailboats

• Supporting bridges

• Being slices of pie