Use knowledge of measure conversions to interpret graphs and tables
Lesson details
Learning outcome
You can use knowledge of measure conversions to interpret graphs and tables
Key learning points
- There are 1,000 g in a kg
- There are 1,000 ml in a l
- There are 1,000 mm in a m
- Information relating to measures such as length and mass can be presented in the form of tables or graphs.
Keywords
Bar graph - A graph drawn using rectangular bars to show how large each value is. The bars can be horizontal or vertical.
Interval - What is in between two values or points. On a bar graph these may be marked using numbers or unmarked.
Common misconception
When reading bar graphs with unmarked intervals, some pupils might assume each interval equals 1. In the case of the graphs presented in this lesson, the intervals go up in 100s, 200s, 250s and 500s.
Encourage children to apply their knowledge of converting a unit into 1,000 (such as 1 litre being converted into 1,000 ml) and then exploring its composition in 2, 4, 5 and 10 equal parts. Check the unmarked intervals by counting in those steps.
Teacher tip
This lesson explores composition of 1,000 and 2,000 through the use of graphs and tables and exploring partially marked scales. Encourage children to discuss and explore the information presented in the graphs, paying particular attention to the way the scale is divided and the value of intervals.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The number line goes from 0 to 1,000 What is each interval worth?
Q2.This number line goes from 0 to 1,000 What is each interval worth?
Q3.This number line goes from 0 to 1,000 What is each interval worth?
Q4.This number line goes from 0 to 1,000 What is each interval worth?
Q5.What number is the midpoint of 200 and 300?
Q6.What value is the arrow pointing to?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.How much food does a 50 kg dog need each day? g.
Q2.How much food does a 5 kg dog need in two weeks? g.
Q3.The graph shows the mass of a dog in different months. What is the mass of the dog when it is two months old? Select all the correct options.
Q4.Which dogs have a height less than 350 mm?
Q5.What is the difference between a Dalmatian’s height and a Great Dane’s height? mm.
Q6.What is the difference between a Chihuahua’s height and a Dalmatian’s height? mm.
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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