- Science
- Grade 2
- Scientific and engineering practices
record and organize data using pictures, numbers, words, symbols, and simple graphs; and
The following are true of a bar-type graph:
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The following are true of a picture graph:
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Research
Spina, Carli. “Why Kids Need Data Literacy, and How You Can Teach It.” School Library Journal 9, (June 2017). https://www.slj.com/story/why-kids-need-data-literacy-and-how-you-can-teach-it.
Summary: This article explains the importance of students' ability to interpret data displayed in various formats. Data has, in recent years, become more prevalent in everyday life. Visual representation and organizing data is a helpful skills for students as they progress through upper-level math and science classes. The article also provides teachers with resources to teach this skill.