Statistics - Draw pictograms 2, 5 and 10 - Planning

In this Year 2 Spring lesson, students are introduced to the concept of drawing pictograms with symbols representing multiples of 2, 5, and 10. The National Curriculum objectives covered include interpreting and constructing simple pictograms, tally charts, block diagrams, and simple tables. The lesson aims to develop students' ability to ask and answer questions about categorical data, with a focus on counting objects in each category and sorting them by quantity. Key vocabulary such as 'vote', 'tally chart', 'count', 'number', 'total', and 'pictogram' is emphasised, with resources such as differentiated sheets and teaching slides provided to support learning. The lesson starts with a recap of previous knowledge, followed by activities where students practise drawing pictograms, aligning symbols carefully for comparison, and using keys with different values to represent data accurately.

During the lesson, students engage in various activities that involve interpreting and creating pictograms with keys of 2, 5, and 10. They learn to recognise half symbols and count in multiples to complete their pictograms. For example, they might determine that if Grandma was called 20 times and there are 2 symbols drawn, the key could represent 10 calls per symbol. Students also discuss the practicality of different keys based on the data set and the ease of drawing and interpreting the pictograms. Independent learning is facilitated through differentiated worksheets, and the plenary session includes a reflection on the skills used, such as grouping, counting, and comparing. The lesson also addresses common misconceptions, such as miscounting tallies and confusion with counting in multiples. Students are encouraged to consider what they have learned and what they will remember from the lesson, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of drawing and interpreting pictograms with varied keys.