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The Pixel Art block provides an interactive pixel grid canvas where learners can create drawings by filling in squares. Use it for creative art activities, coordinate practice, or pattern-based learning. This is an interactive drawing block. learners can create their own pixel art using a customizable color palette.
Pixel Art blocks can optionally display coordinates, making them useful for teaching coordinate systems alongside creative activities.

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When to use Pixel Art blocks

Pixel Art blocks work well for:
  • Creative drawing and art activities
  • Teaching coordinate systems (with coordinates enabled)
  • Pattern recognition and recreation
  • Following instructions to create specific designs
  • Reward activities and creative breaks

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Settings

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Canvas settings

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slider
default:"10"
The number of rows in the pixel grid (2–20).
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slider
default:"10"
The number of columns in the pixel grid (2–20).
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switch
default:"false"
When enabled, displays row and column coordinates around the grid. Useful for coordinate geometry activities.

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Color palette

The block includes a customizable color palette that learners use for drawing. The default palette includes:
  • Red, Pink, Purple, Blue
  • Green, Yellow, Orange, Brown, Black
You can customize the available colors in the block settings.

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Stimulus drawing

You can pre-draw a design that appears when learners start. This is useful for:
  • Providing a template to complete
  • Showing a reference image to copy
  • Creating partially completed designs

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Tips for teachers and parents

Best practices:
  • Start with smaller grids (8×8 or 10×10) for younger learners
  • Enable Show coordinates for math-focused activities
  • Use the stimulus drawing to create “complete the picture” activities
  • Provide color-by-coordinate instructions for structured activities
  • Allow free drawing time as a reward or creative break
  • Limit the color palette for simpler designs