Year 4 Perimeter of Rectilinear Figures Maths Challenge

Year 4 Perimeter of Rectilinear Shapes Maths Activity

Teacher Specific Information

This Year 4 Perimeter of Rectilinear Figures Maths Challenge checks your pupils’ understanding of measuring the perimeter of a rectilinear figure. Pupils will calculate the total perimeter of a rectilinear figure comprising of multiple shapes, find the total of the missing lengths and compare the total lengths of each shape. This activity aims to challenge pupils’ problem-solving and reasoning skills. Pupils may find it useful to use a pencil and paper to help with calculations.

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National Curriculum Objectives

Measurement
Mathematics Year 4: (4M7a) Measure and calculate the perimeter of a rectilinear figure (including squares) in centimetres and metres

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