Area of Parallelogram

Calculate the area of parallelograms and triangles; relate the area of rectangles to parallelograms and triangles, and use the formulae to do this.

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Lesson Overview

By the end of this unit, students will:

  1. calculate the area of parallelograms and triangles;
  2. relate the area of rectangles to parallelograms and triangles;
  3. and use the formulae to do this with this engaging maths lesson with self-marking activities.

Curriculum Alignment: Year 6 Measurements:

  • Calculate the area of parallelograms and triangles.
Last updated on: February 27, 2026

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