Present Data: Weather (Middle)

Overview:

Students use a tally chart to complete an empty bar graph and answer questions about the weather in April. They also write their own graph titles and axis labels. Designed for students in years 3 and 4.

Learning Objectives:

• Interpret and transfer data from a tally chart to a bar graph.
• Label a bar graph with an appropriate title and axis labels.
• Compare and analyse data to answer questions.

How the Activity Works:

Students are given a tally chart showing the number of sunny, cloudy, rainy, and windy days recorded during April. They use this data to complete an empty bar graph, adding a suitable title and axis labels. After graphing the data, students answer questions such as identifying the number of sunny days and comparing different weather types. This activity develops data-handling skills and encourages students to think critically about how to present information clearly.