Grade 3
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Geometry
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Measurement & Data
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Number & Operations: Base Ten
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Number & Operations: Fractions
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Operations & Algebraic Thinking
Arizona Math Standard: 3.MD.B.3
Create a scaled picture graph and a scaled bar graph to represent a data set with several categories. Solve one- and two-step “how many more” and “how many less” problems using information presented in scaled bar graphs.
Bad Graphs: Teacher Votes
One bar looks twice as tall, but the vote was nearly a tie. Students uncover the sneaky scale, then build their own misleading graph.
A Caffeine Investigation – Part 3
Caffeine is everywhere. But what are the ads really saying? Analyze the claims, then create your own public service announcement.
Analyze and Create Misleading Graphs
Let’s make some intentionally bad graphs to learn how to spot poorly made graphs.