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An Introduction to Pi and the Area of a Circle Lesson PlanAn Introduction to Pi and the Area of a Circle Lesson Plan
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An Introduction to Pi and the Area of a Circle

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Students explore measurements of a circle. In this lesson about circumference and radius, students practice calculating measurements of a circle. Students estimate, calculate, and practice with graphing all while learning how to find circumference and diameter. Students use formulas to solves problems.

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5th - 7th
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Math
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