The Fountain and the Yard
geometry · measurement · area of rectangles and circles
Figure out how much sod to buy for a rectangular yard with a circular fountain removed.
The Fountain and the Yard is a Grade 7 geometry problem about finding the lawn area around a circular fountain. Students calculate the area of a rectangular yard, find the area of the circle, and subtract to determine how much sod is needed. The task combines two familiar area formulas in one realistic measurement context.
Use it in a small group when students are ready to solve composite-area problems involving rectangles and circles. Ask students to explain why subtraction is needed before calculating the final lawn area. Create a free Find a Math Game account to generate teacher-ready lesson support for The Fountain and the Yard. No credit card is required, with 3 lifetime lesson generations.
- Grades:
- 7
- Players:
- 4 players
- Materials:
- paper
- Classroom use:
- small group
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