Area of Composite Shapes

3.MD.7,7d
Module 10  Lesson 8
Differentiation Activity

Two students will create 2 shapes either by making them up, drawing playing cards A-10, or rolling dice for the dimensions (at the same time).  They will draw the shapes on the grid paper connected to form a composite or complex shape.  They can put them together or overlap them.  They will trade the shape with their partner who will figure the area of the shape. Students compare and check each other's work.

Grid Paper  (may need more than 1 per student)