Study Guide — K.G.B.6
Compose larger shapes
Put triangles together to make a rectangle — puzzle-style composing.
What this standard means
- Combine two triangles to make a rectangle
- Combine shapes to fill an outline
- Describe how smaller shapes make a bigger one
- Try multiple compositions for the same outline
_See printable PDF for diagram._
How to use the 20 practice sets
| Sets | When to use | | --- | --- | | 1–5 | Intro — explore together, short written items | | 6–10 | Core skills — diagrams and written practice | | 11–15 | Mixed review — explain thinking | | 16–20 | Stretch — word problems and mastery tasks |
Pacing: 10–15 minutes per session.
How to practice
1. Use pattern blocks on a mat 2. Make a house from two squares and a triangle 3. Trace the composed shape and label parts
_See printable PDF for diagram._
Common mistakes
- Gaps when composing
- Not rotating pieces to fit
- Only one arrangement tried
Review and practice tests
1. Start Review 1/10 when sets 1–3 feel comfortable. 2. Move up one review level with little help. 3. Use Practice Test 4/10–6/10 for mid-standard checks. 4. Practice Test 10/10 is the mastery bar for K.G.B.6.
- [ ] Composes a target shape from two or more parts
- [ ] Fills an outline without gaps
- [ ] Explains what shapes were used
Materials for this standard
- Practice Problems — 20 printable sets
- Review — 10 difficulty levels
- Practice Test — 10 difficulty levels
- Answer key — for parents and tutors