Pre-K-2
In this lesson, students work with data to complete an organized chart by doubling or halving numbers. Then, they compare data using vertical and horizontal bar graphs.
3-5
In this lesson, students complete a chart by adding or subtracting from a given value, use graphs to compare two categories of information, and identify number patterns.
3-5
This activity involves taking a pulse, collecting and interpreting data, making predictions, and drawing conclusions. Its focus is the collection and analysis of data.
3-5
In this activity, students use the average adult's number of heartbeats per minute to predict how many times the heart would beat during various lengths of time. The students also draw conclusions on the basis of information about the human heart rate and that of other animals.
3-5
Students are encouraged to discover all of the possible combinations for outfits consisting of shirts and shorts. Students apply problem-solving skills (including elimination and collection of organized data) to draw their conclusions.
This lesson plan is also available in Spanish.
3-5
Students are encouraged to discover all the combinations for ice cream cones. They use problem-solving skills (including elimination and collection of organized data) to draw their conclusions. Students also discuss whether or not order matters mathematically for the given problem.
Pre-K-2
In this lesson, students participate in activities to develop concepts of measurement and statistics. Students are asked to measure distances using non-standard units and to record their measurement in a bar graph. Then they are asked to make comparisons using the bar graph.
Pre-K-2
In this lesson, students analyze information represented by
pictographs. Students are asked to discuss, describe, read, write, and
make predictions about the graphs and the information they contain.
3-5
The activities in this lesson focuses on studying information displayed
in pictographs that report the sales of records, tapes, and compact
discs for one week at a music store. The students are asked to discuss
and then describe the information and to explain the numbers sold in
each category. They are asked to defend their explanation.
Pre-K-2
In this lesson, students participate in activities in which they investigate the data in connection with recyclable materials and develop plans to help the environment.