Unit 1 Graphs & Charts: Activity 3

Activity 3
In this activity, you will use data to create your own graphs and charts. Follow the steps below to complete the activity.

1. Read the following information and complete the worksheet:
The first step in creating a graph or chart is to collect data about a topic. Sometimes collecting data is as simple as counting the number of objects in a group. To practice collecting data, you will complete the worksheet below. The worksheet will tell you to graph sight words. Remember that sight words are easy words that we should not have to sound out. Count how many times each sight appears in the top box and fill in the number in the chart on the side of the paper. Then use your data to create a bar graph. For example, if the word "his" shows up 4 times, then color in 4 boxes above the word "his" in the bar graph.

2. Click here to download and print the worksheet. Read the directions at the top of the worksheet if you need help.  Complete the worksheet and turn it in to Mrs. Clemens.

3. You can also use a survey to collect data. Your task will be to choose a survey question and decide on three choices to ask people you are surveying. You will complete a tally chart, then use that data to create a bar graph.  Watch the video below to help you understand your task.

4. Click here to download and print the Tally Chart worksheet. 

5. Choose a survey question from the options below and write it on your worksheet in the space provided. 
- Which sport is your favorite? 
- What is your favorite color? 
- What is your favorite holiday? 
- Which food do you like best? 
- Which animal is your favorite?

6. On your Tally Chart worksheet, write three choices that relate to the underlined word in your survey question. See the example below. Example: Survey Question: Which drink is your favorite? Choice 1: Chocolate Milk Choice 2: Water Choice 3: Soda

7. Collect data on your Tally Chart by asking 15 different people your survey question and choices. Use tally marks to record your data. Refer to the video in step #3 for help.

8. Click here to download and print the Bar Graph Outline worksheet. Use the data you collected on the Tally Chart from your survey to complete the bar graph. Refer to the video in step #3 for help. When you have completed the worksheets, turn in the Tally Chart and Bar Graph to Mrs. Clemens.

Unit 1 Graphs & Charts: Activity 2

Activity 2
In this activity, you will learn how to interpret and understand the data in charts and graphs. You will use this data to answer questions.

1. Read the following information: Pictographs can be difficult charts to read. The most important part of the pictograph is the key. The key tells you what the pictures or symbols represent. Don't be fooled by a pictograph! One picture might represent 2 people or point of data. Read a pictograph carefully, so that you answer the questions correctly.

2. Click here to learn more about line graphs and how to understand the data.  Use the Southeast Elementary username and password to log into BrainPOP Jr.  Type "line graphs" into the search box and watch the video labeled Line Graphs.
Comment on the following question: Why is a line graph a good tool to represent changes in temperature?

3. Click here to learn more about pictographs and how to understand the data.  Use the Southeast Elementary username and password to log into BrainPOP Jr.  Type "pictographs" into the search box and watch the video labeled Pictographs.
Comment on the following question: Why would a pictograph be a good tool to help explain how many animals are on a farm to young kids?

4. Click here to download and print the worksheet. Use the graphs to complete the worksheet and turn it in to Mrs. Clemens.

Unit 1 Graphs & Charts: Activity 1

Activity 1
In this activity, you will learn about some of the different types of graphs and charts.

1. Click here to see a PowerPoint to learn about some types of graphs and charts.  
Comment on the following question: What type of graph is easiest for you to understand?  Why?

2. Complete a Type 2 Collins writing in your math journal. Choose 2 different graphs or charts and compare and contrast how they are similar and different.

3. Click here and complete the online graphing activities in the lesson.

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