Finding the Area of a Rectangle: Counting Squares

This video tutorial teaches how to find the area of a rectangle by counting unit squares. It explains the difference between area and perimeter, introduces the concept of using arrays for efficient calculation, and provides practical examples. The lesson concludes with a real-world application of calculating the area of a picture frame.

What is the definition of area in relation to a two-dimensional shape?

How can you find the area of a rectangle using grid paper?

What is the difference between area and perimeter?

How do you calculate the area of a rectangle that is 6 units long and 5 units wide?

How can you represent the area of a rectangle in a special way using units?

What is the area of a rectangle that is 5 feet long and 4 feet wide?

What steps did you take to find the area of your picture frame?