You will design Gridlock, a strategy game using linear equations, systems, and coordinate movement.
Linear equations show two amounts that change together.
Systems mean two equations work together.
You will use geometric constructions and the Pythagorean theorem to build accurate paths and bonuses.
Geometric constructions mean using a compass and straightedge to make exact shapes.
The Pythagorean theorem finds side lengths in right triangles.
You will model scoring with equations, inequalities, and linear or exponential patterns.
Inequalities show scores that can be greater than, less than, or equal to others.
Linear patterns change by the same amount each step.
Exponential patterns grow by multiplying.
You will use feedback from peer and family playtests to revise balance and rules.
A playtest is a trial game.
You will present Gridlock at Game Day with its rulebook and reflective score sheets.
Reflective score sheets show what you learned from the game.

I can build linear and exponential functions from tables, graphs, descriptions, and input-output pairs.
Linear means the graph changes by a steady amount each time.
Exponential means the graph changes by a multiplying factor each time.
I can show lines in slope-intercept, point-slope, and standard forms through tables, graphs, words, and paths.
These forms show the same line in different ways.
I can solve systems and one-variable equations or inequalities to control movement, intersections, and scoring.
A system means two equations or inequalities that work together.
I can use geometric constructions and the Pythagorean theorem to design accurate paths and distances.
A construction means making shapes with tools and exact steps.
The Pythagorean theorem finds the side length in a right triangle.
I can revise my game’s math and rules using playtest feedback from peers and family.

You will create a scaled board plan with parallel, perpendicular, and bisected lines.
Parallel lines never meet.
Perpendicular lines cross at right angles.
Bisected means split into two equal parts.
Your cards will connect tables, graphs, equations, words, and board paths for linear and exponential patterns.
Linear patterns change by equal steps.
Exponential patterns grow by multiplying.
You will complete score sheets with systems, inequalities, and Pythagorean distance calculations.
A system is two equations you solve together.
An inequality shows values that can be greater or less.
Pythagorean distance uses a right triangle to find length.
Your revision log will compare rule drafts using teacher checks and feedback from classmates and family.
How you compare means how you judge one draft against another.
Present your laminated Gridlock coordinate board, dice, one-page rulebook, and score sheets during a live match.

Play a short Gridlock match with a peer using linear equations to move and score. Linear equations are equations that make a straight line when you graph them. Check each other’s graphs after every turn. Check each other’s system solutions after every turn. Check each other’s Pythagorean distance calculations after every turn. Record confusing rules on the playtest score sheet. Record unfair scoring on the playtest score sheet. Record math errors on the playtest score sheet. Compare your notes. Listen to your partner. Suggest one rule change. Use this experience to plan a balanced, original board game you will build independently.

I will host a live Game Day showcase for classmates, my math teacher, and family.
I will set up Gridlock: Slope & Intercept for a friendly mini-tournament.
During each demo, I will explain how equations, systems, and geometry control movement and scoring.
I will display early and final rules plus score sheets to show math growth and revision.