To find the area of each shape, we simply count the number of squares in it. The problem states that each square measures 1 inch, so the area is just the total count of squares in square inches ($in^2$).
Let's go through them row by row, from left to right:
Row 1:
1.
Left Shape: Counting the squares... there are 2 on top and 4 on the bottom. Total = $2 + 4 = 6$.
2.
Right Shape: Counting the squares... there are 3 in a row and 2 attached. Total = 5.
Row 2:
3.
Left Shape: This is a taller shape. Counting them one by one: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Total = 7.
4.
Right Shape: An "L" shape. Counting the squares: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Total = 5.
Row 3:
5.
Left Shape: A simple rectangle. 1, 2, 3. Total = 3.
6.
Right Shape: A larger rectangle. It has 2 rows of 3 squares. $3 + 3 = 6$. Total = 6.
Row 4:
7.
Left Shape: Counting carefully... 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Total = 6.
8.
Right Shape: A small square block. 1, 2, 3, 4. Total = 4.
Row 5:
9.
Left Shape: Counting the blocks... 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Total = 5.
10.
Right Shape: An upside-down "T" shape. 1, 2, 3, 4. Total = 4.
Final Answer:
6 $in^2$, 5 $in^2$
7 $in^2$, 5 $in^2$
3 $in^2$, 6 $in^2$
6 $in^2$, 4 $in^2$
5 $in^2$, 4 $in^2$
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of finding area worksheets.
