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Unit 5: Data & Graphs

Data & Graphs

Learn to collect, organize, and interpret data using bar graphs and pictographs. Master data collection with tally marks and simple tables through engaging class surveys.

2 Interactive LessonsClass SurveysVisual ChartsData Analysis
Learning Objectives

Data Collection Skills:

  • • Collect data using tally marks
  • • Organize data in simple tables
  • • Conduct class surveys
  • • Record and count data

Chart Skills:

  • • Create bar graphs and pictographs
  • • Interpret chart data
  • • Answer questions about data
  • • Make data comparisons

Lessons

Explore 2 comprehensive lessons covering data collection and graph creation

Lesson 5-1: Data Collection & Organization
25-30 min
Lesson 1
Learn to collect data using tally marks and organize information in simple tables through engaging class surveys.

Real-World Scenario:

Class Favorite Color Survey: Use tally marks to record votes and organize data in tables

Key Skills:

Tally Marks
Data Collection
Simple Tables
Class Surveys

Features:

  • Class favorite color survey
  • Interactive tally mark tools
  • Data organization practice
  • Step-by-step guidance
Lesson 5-2: Chart Creation & Interpretation
30-35 min
Lesson 2
Create and interpret bar graphs and pictographs, answering questions about data and making comparisons through interactive activities.

Real-World Scenario:

Chart Creation: Create bar graphs from survey data and answer 'Which color is most popular?'

Key Skills:

Bar Graphs
Pictographs
Data Interpretation
Chart Reading

Features:

  • Interactive chart creation
  • Bar graph and pictograph tools
  • Data interpretation practice
  • Comparison activities

Practice Worksheets

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Basic

Foundation Practice

Build confidence with fundamental questions.

Advanced

Challenge Problems

Extend your thinking with challenging problems.

Learning Strategies

Master these essential strategies for data collection and graph creation

Tally Marks

Count votes: |||| = 4, |||| = 5

Bar Graphs

Visual data: Red 8, Blue 12, Green 6

Pictographs

Picture data: 🍎🍎🍎 = 3 apples

Data Analysis

Compare and interpret: "Most popular color"

Data Collection Preview

Tally Marks:

Red: |||| |||| |||| (12 votes)
Blue: |||| |||| |||| |||| (16 votes)
Green: |||| |||| (8 votes)
Yellow: |||| |||| |||| |||| |||| (20 votes)

Chart Questions:

Which color is most popular?
How many more votes did yellow get than red?
What is the total number of votes?
Which color has the fewest votes?

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