Point plotting
Add points to a first-quadrant or four-quadrant coordinate grid.
Free maths tool
Coordinate grid tool
A free classroom coordinate plane for plotting points, drawing paths and modelling transformations.
Paths and labels
Show point labels, coordinate labels and paths between plotted points.
Transformations
Preview or apply translations, reflections in axes or origin, and rotations.
Class examples
Load map route, shape and transformation examples for quick lesson prompts.
What the tool does
The coordinate grid tool gives teachers and students an open coordinate plane for modelling points, paths and transformations.
- switch between first-quadrant and four-quadrant planes
- choose grid extents of 5, 10 or 20 units
- plot, move, select and delete points
- toggle paths and coordinate labels
- preview or apply translations, reflections and rotations
- load route, shape and transformation examples
How teachers use it
Open it on a classroom display when students need to see how ordered pairs, axes and transformations work on the same grid.
- plot one point and ask students to name the ordered pair
- turn on labels to check x first and y second
- build a simple route and discuss the path between points
- preview a transformation before applying it
- compare first-quadrant work with four-quadrant examples
Why it is useful
Coordinate-grid ideas become clearer when students can point to the axes, move points and see a transformation happen on the plane.
- supports ordered pair and axis vocabulary
- connects plotting, paths and transformations in one workspace
- works as a model before independent Cartesian coordinates practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the coordinate grid tool free?
Yes. Teachers, students and families can open the coordinate grid tool in a browser for free.
Does it include four quadrants?
Yes. The tool can show a first-quadrant grid or a four-quadrant coordinate plane.
What transformations are included?
The tool can preview and apply translations, reflections in the x-axis, y-axis or origin, and 90 degree or 180 degree rotations.
Can students edit points?
Yes. Students can add points, select or move points, change selected coordinates and delete selected points.