🔢Math Standard
Area and Perimeter Worksheet (Rectangles)
Find the area (length x width) and the perimeter (the distance around) of each rectangle.
3rd Grade 16 min
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3rd Grade · Math
3rd Grade Area & Perimeter Worksheets
Before this skill
- Multiplication facts
- Addition
- Counting
- Beginning multiplication
- Understanding sides of a shape
Common mistakes to watch for
- Mixing up area and perimeter
- Adding only two sides for perimeter instead of all four
- Counting only the border squares
- Counting some squares twice
- Adding only two sides of a rectangle
Filter:
🔢Math Easy
Area: Count the Unit Squares Worksheet
Count the unit squares inside each rectangle to find its area in square units.
3rd Grade 12 min
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🔢Math Standard
Perimeter of Shapes Worksheet
Find the perimeter — the distance around a shape — by adding all of its side lengths.
3rd Grade 14 min
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Suggested Practice Sequence
- 1 Area: Count the Unit Squares Worksheet easy
- 2 Area and Perimeter Worksheet (Rectangles) standard
- 3 Perimeter of Shapes Worksheet standard
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do 3rd Grade students practice with area & perimeter?
Students will find the area and perimeter of rectangles given their length and width.
Are these worksheets free and printable?
Yes — every worksheet is a free, printable PDF with an answer key. No sign-up required.