Square-cell grid
Build pixel pictures on 12 by 12, 16 by 16, 20 by 20 or 24 by 24 grids.
Free maths tool
Pixel art tool
A free classroom pixel grid for painting square-cell pictures, making patterns and discussing coordinates.
Paint tools
Use paint, erase and fill modes to create or edit designs quickly.
Coordinate view
Show coordinate labels when students are ready to describe exact cell positions.
Export option
Download the finished grid as a PNG for saving, sharing or printing.
What the tool does
The pixel art tool gives teachers and students a square-grid canvas for creating pictures and discussing grid structure.
- paint individual cells with a selected colour
- erase cells or fill connected areas
- switch between four grid sizes
- show coordinates when location language is the focus
- make a random pixel design or clear the grid
- download the finished picture as a PNG
How teachers use it
Open it on a classroom display when students need to connect rows, columns, coordinates and square units with a visual design.
- paint a simple design and ask students to describe cell positions
- use a smaller grid for early row and column language
- turn on coordinates when students are ready for ordered location descriptions
- use a larger grid for more detailed coordinate pictures
- download a design to use as a prompt or example
Why it is useful
Pixel art makes grid structure visible and purposeful. Students can talk about position, rows, columns, area and patterns while building a picture.
- supports row, column and coordinate vocabulary
- connects square units with visual design
- works as a model before independent space or coordinate practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the pixel art tool free?
Yes. Teachers, students and families can open the pixel art tool in a browser for free.
What grid sizes are included?
The tool includes 12 by 12, 16 by 16, 20 by 20 and 24 by 24 grids.
Can students download their picture?
Yes. The tool can download the current pixel picture as a PNG file.
Can it be used for coordinates?
Yes. The square grid supports row, column and coordinate language while students build designs.