8th Grade Volume and Surface Area Worksheets
Frustums
Matching Formulas for Pyramids, Cones, and Spheres
Surface Area of a Cone
Surface Area of a Sphere
Volume and Surface Area of Cones and Spheres
Volume and Surface Area of Cuboid
Volume of a Cone
Volume of a Sphere
Volume of Conical Frustums
Volume of Prisms and Cylinders
Volume of Pyramids and Cones
Volume of Pyramids Cones and Spheres
Volume of Square-based Truncated Pyramids
Volume Word Problems
Improve Confidence With Our Printable 8th Grade Volume and Surface Area Worksheets
Students arrive at the 8th grade already comfortable with two-dimensional area. This collection extends that foundation into three dimensions, where cubes become the gateway to prisms, pyramids, cones, and spheres. Students learn to identify which formula matches each shape, then calculate measurements that describe real objects.
Regular practice helps students recognize patterns across similar solids. A cone and a pyramid both use one-third of a prism's volume. A sphere's surface area is directly proportional to its radius. When students work through varied problems, they retain these relationships and carry them into high school courses that assume fluency with 3D measurement.
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These worksheets move students from concrete 3D models to abstract formulas and applied problem-solving. Learners begin with cubes and prisms, then advance to cones, pyramids, and spheres, connecting geometry to science and design. Each worksheet focuses on one formula or comparison before integrating multiple types. Detailed answer keys include complete calculations, not just final answers. Covering volume, surface area, and real-world applications such as density and pressure, this collection strengthens spatial understanding and improves problem-solving accuracy.
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Teachers require educational resources that can be adapted to various learning needs while accommodating their limited time constraints. The worksheets follow a systematic learning progression that begins with fundamental shapes before advancing to compound solids, allowing you to select suitable activities for each student. The support and frustum or mixture problems require simpler sheets for students to solve, while advanced learners can use these sheets for more challenging work. The worksheets print quickly and become ready for classroom use after a simple copying process, which helps teachers reduce their preparation time. Students can identify their errors in the work process through detailed solutions, rather than relying on final results, while the standardized format facilitates retrieval practice throughout the entire academic year.
From Painting to Gardening: Where These Skills Show Up in Real Life
Students use three-dimensional measurement whenever they estimate the volume an object occupies or the area of its exterior. Architects calculate volumes to plan room sizes and surface areas, and to assess the quantities of paint or siding required. Engineers design containers that hold specific amounts while using the least material. Scientists measure spherical cells, conical flasks, and cylindrical samples in lab work.
• Estimate water for fish tanks or pools
• Calculate paint for walls and ceilings
• Plan concrete for driveways or foundations
• Estimate soil for raised garden beds