Subtracting Decimals
What is the Pythagorean Theorem? Thousands of years ago, a Greek philosopher named Pythagoras discovered a formula to help us solve the lengths of a right triangle. It’s called the Pythagorean theorem — let’s learn more! Author Lucy Hart Published: Dec 2024 Key takeaways • The Pythagorean theorem formula is a² + b² = c². […]
What Are Vertices?
What Are Vertices? Watch it all come together as you master vertices! Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways A vertex is the point where two lines intersect – We’ll see them a lot in geometric shapes, such as cubes or pyramids. There can be more than one vertex in a shape – Multiple […]
What is Volume in Math?
What is Volume in Math? Calculating the volume of objects has many real-world applications. Students use specific formulas to calculate the volume of three dimensional shapes. Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Volume refers to the amount of space an object takes up. • Volume formulas vary by shape. • When calculating […]
What are Perpendicular Lines?
What are Perpendicular Lines? In this guide, learn all about perpendicular lines and how to identify them! Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Perpendicular lines are two straight lines that meet or intersect at 90°. • The opposite of perpendicular lines are parallel lines. Unlike perpendicular lines, parallel lines never intersect. • […]
What is Perimeter in Math?
What is Perimeter in Math? Perimeter is the measurement of length around a shape. You can think of it as a boundary or fence around your “geometric” yard. Author Michelle Griczika Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Perimeter is the whole distance around a shape. • Different shapes have unique formulas for perimeter. • Finding […]
What are parallel lines?
What are parallel lines? Parallel lines are an important concept in geometry that we see everywhere we look in everyday life. Learn the definition of parallel lines and how we use them in math. Author Michelle Griczika Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Parallel lines never intersect and are always the same distance apart. • […]
Measuring Angles
Measuring Angles Get it right with your right angles in this easy measurement guide! Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways We measure angles in degrees – Just like you’d use inches or centimeters to measure length on a ruler, we use degrees when we measure angles. You’ll need special tools – To measure […]
How Do I Calculate the Area of a Triangle?
How Do I Calculate the Area of a Triangle? Let’s learn how to calculate how much space these super important shapes take up. Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways The area of a triangle is how much surface space the triangle takes up – Don’t confuse it with the perimeter, which is the […]
What is Area in Math?
What is Area in Math? Area in math: A measure of the space inside a shape. Learn the area formula for various shapes and real-world applications. Author Michelle Griczika Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Area is how we measure the space inside of a shape. Finding the area helps us understand the size of […]
