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Meaningful Data Handling

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In this feature for Primary teachers, we offer a range of data handling activities which capitalise on learners' natural curiosity. Some of the tasks below encourage learners to pose their own questions, which they can then investigate for themselves, and our article outlines the four step model we are advocating. We hope you enjoy exploring alongside your learners.

You can watch a recording of the webinar in which we discussed the mathematical thinking which can be prompted by these problems.

P is for posing
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P is for posing

In this article for Primary teachers, we suggest a four step data handling model, based on the work of Alan Graham.
Ladybird Count
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Ladybird Count

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5 to 7
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Some children were playing a game. Make a graph or picture to show how many ladybirds each child had.

Venn diagrams
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Venn diagrams

Age
5 to 11
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How will you complete these interactive Venn diagrams?

Carroll Diagrams
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Carroll Diagrams

Age
5 to 11
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Use the interactivities to fill in these Carroll diagrams. How do you know where to place the numbers?

Real Statistics
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Real Statistics

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7 to 11
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Have a look at this table of how children travel to school. How does it compare with children in your class?

Data Duos
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Data Duos

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7 to 11
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Can you match the Venn diagram with the Carroll diagram that shows the same information?
Healthy Snack Shop
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Healthy Snack Shop

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7 to 11
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What information do you need to know to set up a healthy snack shop for your class?
Take your Dog for a Walk
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Take your Dog for a Walk

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7 to 11
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Use the interactivity to move Pat. Can you reproduce the graphs and tell their story?