Solve problems using bar charts, pictograms and tables
I can solve problems using scaled bar charts, pictograms and tables.
Solve problems using bar charts, pictograms and tables
I can solve problems using scaled bar charts, pictograms and tables.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A key on a pictogram and the scale of a bar chart can provide key information about the data shown.
- Annotating pictograms and bar charts helps to solve problems.
- Rearrange equations to make it easier to calculate missing numbers.
Keywords
Bar chart - A bar chart uses rectangular bars to show different values.
Pictogram - A pictogram uses pictures to show information.
Table - A table has information arranged in rows and columns.
Common misconception
Pupils may find it tricky using scales to read bar charts, especially when the scale uses multiples of five.
Encourage pupils to think about where intermediate numbers are on bar charts (e.g. numbers from 10 to 15). They may count from one number to another or make marks to show approximately where numbers would be found.
To help you plan your year 3 maths lesson on: Solve problems using bar charts, pictograms and tables, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 3 maths lesson on: Solve problems using bar charts, pictograms and tables, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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