This Pythagorean Theorem Introductory Activity allows students to understand and explain a model of the pythagorean theorem. This activity is excellent for building conceptual understanding of the Pythagorean theorem. It is hands-on and draws the connections between the Pythagorean theorem formula and how to apply it in real-world and mathematical problems. Students are able to practice and apply concepts with this modeling Pythagorean theorem introductory activity, while collaborating and having fun! Math can be fun and interactive! Standards: CCSS (8.G.6 and 8.G.7) and TEKS (8.6C) More details on what is included: Pythagorean Theorem introductory activity that can be utilized in pairs or groups of 3-4 and any necessary recording sheets and answer keys. Intro Activity: Pythagorean Theorem Grid Paper for Modeling Recording Sheet Teacher Directions Answer Key ***Please download a preview to see sample pages and more information.*** How to use this resource: Use as a whole group classroom activity Use in a small group for additional remediation, tutoring, or enrichment Use as an alternative homework or independent practice assignment Incorporate within our Pythagorean Theorem Unit to support the mastery of concepts and skills. Time to Complete: Most activities can be utilized within one class period. Performance tasks summarize the entire unit and may need 2-3 class periods. However, feel free to review the activities and select specific problems to meet your students’ needs and time specifications. There are multiple problems to practice the same concepts, so you can adjust as needed. Looking for instructional materials?  Check out the corresponding Pythagorean Theorem Unit, which includes student handouts, independent practice, assessments, and answer keys. More 8th Grade Activity Bundles: Unit 1: Real Number System  Unit 2: Exponents and Scientific Notation Unit 3: Linear Equations Unit 4: Linear Relationships Unit 5: Functions Unit 6: Systems of Equations Unit 7: Transformations Unit 8: Angle Relationships Unit 9: Pythagorean Theorem Unit 10: Volume Unit 11: Scatter Plots and Data More 8th Grade Units: Unit 1: Real Number System  Unit 2: Exponents and Scientific Notation Unit 3: Linear Equations Unit 4: Linear Relationships Unit 5: Functions Unit 6: Systems of Equations Unit 7: Transformations Unit 8: Angle Relationships Unit 9: Pythagorean Theorem Unit 10: Volume Unit 11: Scatter Plots and Data Looking for more helpful teaching tips, ideas, and support? Check out Maneuveringthemiddle.com and join our online FB community MTM VIPS!  Try out a FREE math resource! Grab your freebie here! Licensing:  This file is a license for ONE teacher and their students. Please purchase the appropriate number of licenses if you plan to use this resource with your team. Thank you! Customer Service: If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out for assistance.  We aim to provide quality resources to help teachers and students alike, so contact me before leaving feedback if you have a need.  Maneuvering the Middle® Terms of Use Products by Maneuvering the Middle®, LLC may be used by the purchaser for their classroom use only. This is a single classroom license only. All rights reserved. Resources may only be posted online in an LMS such as Google Classroom, Canvas, or Schoology. Students should be the only ones able to access the resources.  It is a copyright violation to upload the files to school/district servers or shared Google Drives. See more information on our terms of use here.  If you are interested in a personalized quote for campus and district licenses, please click here.  ©Maneuvering the Middle® LLC, 2012-present