Write coordinates for already marked points in the first quadrant of a coordinate grid
I can write coordinates for already marked points in the first quadrant of a coordinate grid.
Write coordinates for already marked points in the first quadrant of a coordinate grid
I can write coordinates for already marked points in the first quadrant of a coordinate grid.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Count along the x-axis and then the y-axis to find the coordinates for the marked point.
- Coordinates are recorded with the horizontal distance along the x-axis, then the vertical distance along the y-axis.
- Coordinates are recorded in brackets with the numbers separated by a comma.
Keywords
X-axis - The x-axis runs horizontally (left-right) through zero.
Y-axis - The y-axis runs vertically (up-down) through zero.
Origin - The origin is where the x-axis and y-axis cross. It has the coordinate pair (0,0).
Common misconception
Pupils might confuse the x-axis and y-axis, leading them to count along the wrong axis.
Reiterate that the x-axis runs horizontally (left to right) and the y-axis runs vertically (up and down). Use visual aids, like arrows or labels, to clearly mark the axes on the grid.
Licence
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