Interpret the scales used in graphs, including pie charts, to solve problems
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can solve problems using line graphs and pie charts.
Key learning points
- A pie chart represents parts of a whole.
- A line graph represents the relationship between two variables.
- Place value helps you to interpret partially marked scales and axes.
Keywords
Line graph - A line graph is a graph where the points are connected by lines.
Pie chart - A pie chart is a circular graph where sectors represent different groups in proportion to each other.
Sector - A sector is a part, or ‘pie-slice’ part, of a pie chart.
Common misconception
Pupils may make errors interpreting information from pie charts, especially with making links between angles, fractions, percentages and working out an answer to a question.
Display 'benchmarks' in the classroom, showing a pie chart with labelled sectors (e.g. showing that 10% is equal to one tenth or 36° of the chart; 25% is equal to one quarter or 90°).
Teacher tip
Pupils need to have some familiarity with both line graphs and pie charts before this session. Give the pupils a chance to talk about the graphs too, making observations and asking questions (e.g. 'Why wasn't Izzy running here?' or 'The pie chart shows that Jacob scored the most points.')
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The line graph shows how the temperature changes between the hours of 8 am and 7 pm. Estimate the temperature at 9:30 am. °C
Q2.This line graph shows how Izzy’s height has changed as she has grown. At what age would Izzy have been 110 cm tall?
Q3.This line graph shows Sam’s height from birth. Estimate Sam’s height at age 3 years.
Q4.The line graph shows the children’s journeys from school. At what time does Izzy leave home?
Q5.Which child’s journey takes the longest time?
Q6.The pie chart shows children's lunch choices. Which of these statements are correct?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Andeep took part in the 800 m race. Estimate the time it took him to complete it.
Q2.Andeep took part in an obstacle race including three challenges where he had to stop and complete a task. Estimate how long it took for him to reach the third challenge.
Q3.At what time did Izzy catch up with Andeep during the race? seconds.
Q4.The children were taking part in a skipping challenge at Sports Day. Altogether they scored 160 points. How many points did Andeep score? points.
Q5.The pie chart shows the number of points scored in a bean bag competition at Sports Day. The total number of points scored was 280; Sofia scored 40% of the points. How many points did Jun score?
Q6.The pie chart shows the number of points scored in a bean bag competition at Sports Day. The total number of points scored was 280; Sofia scored 40% of the points. How many points did Alex score?
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To help you plan your 6 maths lesson on: Interpret the scales used in graphs, including pie charts, to solve problems, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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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