In this interactive, students use logic and mathematical skill to place animals at the correct points on a Cartesian graph representing the cardinal directions. Then, they use the Pythagorean theorem to determine the distances between points. The riddles in the interactive, including one requiring an understanding of rate, have randomized values so that students can place points at different locations and calculate different distances. The activity provides a review of concepts related to determining the distances between points on a Cartesian graph using the Pythagorean theorem and a response sheet to help students work with the interactive.

Common Core

6.NS.C.7.a 6.NS.C.6.a 8.G.B.7 6.EE.B.8 6.NS.C.7.b 6.NS.C.6.c 8.G.B.8 6.SP.B.4 6.NS.C.8