Creating pictograms

Computing

In this unit pupils will explore what the term data means and how data can be collected. They will explore how attributes can be used to organise data and how data can be presented in the form of pictograms and block diagrams. Pupils will use the data presented to answer questions.

Using IT to organise and present data

numbers, words or pictures collected to learn something

In a tally, which number is recorded with a diagonal line?

What is the least popular animal in the class?

What is the most popular flavour of ice cream?

How long does it take to travel to school?

Which questions could be answered by a pictogram?

How can you find out how many objects were recorded in a pictogram?

Can you match the keywords to their definitions?

What is a quick and easy method to collect and record data?

What information can I find from a pictogram?

Why might you use a computer for a pictogram?

Starter Quiz