[Thanksgiving] Pythagorean Theorem Digital Pixel Art | Right Triangle Hypotenuse

Overview

Looking for a fun way to teach the Pythagorean theorem? This Pythagorean Theorem Pixel Art resource is perfect for middle school students practicing finding the hypotenuse and legs of right triangles. With two Google Sheets featuring 24 autumn-themed questions, your eighth and ninth graders can enjoy pixel art while mastering CCSS 8.G.B.7 standards. It's a great tool for review lessons, extra credit, or even substitute plans—all centered around fall vibes for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Make learning engaging and visually appealing!

Why you'll love this

Students practice using the Pythagorean theorem to find the hypotenuse or legs, with positive solutions only, for right triangles with this Pythagorean Theorem Digital Pixel Art resource. Contains 2 pixel art Google Sheets with 24 questions total. Level 1 involves finding the length of the hypotenuse. Level 2 involves finding the length of the legs. Images are autumn themed, perfect for fall, back to school, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. It's great for sub plans, review lessons, extra credit, extensions, and independent practice!

These self-checking Google Sheets give students instant feedback. Incorrect answers are highlighted in red, and correct answers turn green and unlock parts of a mystery picture. They’re easy to assign, keep students engaged, and free up your time for differentiation.

CCSS Standards: 8.G.B.7


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What's included:

  1. Instructions. Know how to assign both with and without Google Classroom.

  2. Pixel Art Google Sheet #1. Finding the length of the hypotenuse, with positive solutions only.

  3. Pixel Art Google Sheet #2. Finding the length of the legs, with positive solutions only.

  4. Work Space. Optional PDF worksheets that students can use to solve math problems on paper first before typing them in.

  5. Answer Keys. Included for all activities.

Great for…

  • Spiral Review Lessons

  • Emergency Sub Plans

  • Homeschool Activities

  • Homework & Independent Practice

  • Learning Centers & After School Math Programs

What teachers say about my digital pixel art:

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