Interactive math tool
Coordinate Plane Tool
Interactive coordinate plane for quadrants and ordered pairs — a foundation for graphing linear and quadratic functions.
The plane is the stage for later function graphs. Learn quadrants and ordered pairs before slope and parabolas.
How it works
- Open the coordinate-plane intro scene.
- Relate points to ordered pairs.
- Identify the four quadrants.
- Continue into linear-function graphing.
Sequencing tip
Have students name several point coordinates, then move to the y = kx + b tool.
FAQ
Which grade?
Best right before secondary introductions to the Cartesian plane and function graphs.