Grid paper
Squares for math, drawing and games, small or large.
1 A4 page
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Tip: in the print window choose "Actual size" (100%) so the spacing is exact. The page is A4; on US Letter paper, choose "Fit to page" if exact spacing does not matter.
Grid paper is used for column math, accurate drawing, simple graphs and games such as tic-tac-toe or battleship. Squares of 5 mm are the size of a standard math notebook.
For Grades 1 and 2, choose large 1 cm squares: one digit in each square makes it easy to line up the ones and the tens. You can also draw pixel art: color in squares to follow a pattern and make a picture.
Frequently asked questions
What size are the squares in a math notebook?
Usually 5 mm. Notebooks for younger children have large squares of 7 to 10 mm.
Why did my squares come out a little small?
The print was probably set to "Fit to page". Choose "Actual size" or 100% in the print window.
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