Pythagoras’ Theorem

Design and development

Pythagoras’ Theorem was developed by Nikki M Group and Scharlaine Cairns. The purpose was to create a free mini-companion for students that was both useful for students and could be shown to publishers.

Pythagoras’ Theorem is 21 pages in length and showcases how mathematics can be developed as a digital medium. The book describes Pythagoras’ Theorem and how it relates to right-angled triangles. It includes:

• a theory section
• an animated proof
• examples with fully worked solutions
• questions to check your understanding
• answers.

Rich media

Constructing Pythagoras’ Theorem allowed Nikki M Group to explore and develop a media-rich publication. Pythagoras’ Theorem includes features such as animations and pop-up windows.

What’s hot

Pythagoras’ Theorem was published in March 2013 and by November was number one on the Apple Books store ‘What’s Hot’ for mathematics.