Statistics - Draw pictograms 1-1 - Planning

In the Year 2 spring term Statistics curriculum, students embark on a journey to master the art of drawing pictograms. The lesson begins with a recap of previous learning and swiftly moves on to the main teaching input where students are introduced to pictograms. They start by using physical counters to build a pictogram, thereby gaining a tangible understanding of how data can be visually represented. The children are then encouraged to transition from physical models to drawing pictograms on paper, ensuring that they carefully arrange their symbols to accurately convey the data. The key vocabulary for this lesson includes terms such as 'pictogram', 'data', 'represent', 'horizontally', and 'vertically', with resources available to support their understanding of these concepts.

The lesson progresses with partner work, where students collaborate to complete a series of pictograms, paying close attention to the uniformity and spacing of their symbols. This exercise is crucial for reinforcing the importance of a clear key and organised layout. Additionally, children explore different orientations of pictograms, discussing the similarities and differences between horizontal and vertical presentations. Independent learning is facilitated through differentiated worksheets, where children apply their skills to various tasks, ranging from completing simple pictograms to more complex challenges that involve interpreting written data and number sentences. The lesson concludes with a reflective 'Give me five' activity, prompting students to consider what they have learned, the skills they have used, and the importance of maintaining a neat and organised approach to drawing pictograms.