6th Grade · Geometry
Parallelogram
6.G.A.1
Definition
A quadrilateral with two pairs of parallel sides; its area is base times height.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- A = base × height = 12 × 7 = 84 square units.
- A parallelogram has two pairs of parallel sides.
Key rule
Area of a parallelogram is base times height.
Memory hook
Slanted rectangle — same area formula.