Analysing data about human height
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use a line graph to analyse results and make predictions.
Key learning points
- Scientists can use graphs to represent data visually and make it easier to understand.
- Human height can be measured and plotted on a line graph to show how height varies with age.
- Findings from enquiries can be used to make further predictions.
Keywords
Data - In science, data is information collected during an investigation, which can include numbers, symbols, pictures, or text.
Analyse - To analyse data is to examine it carefully in order to explain or interpret patterns, trends, or relationships.
Bar chart - A bar chart is a type of diagram that visually represents data using rectangular bars.
Line graph - A line graph is a type of diagram that can be used to show how a variable changes over time.
Prediction - A prediction is a statement about what is expected to happen.
Common misconception
Pupils may not recognise the value of representing data on graphs or charts and might view it as just another task to complete.
Using the lesson resources, clearly explain the value of presenting data in a chart or graph and how it makes information easier to understand.
Teacher tip
This lesson builds on learning from lesson 7. Encourage pupils to relate graphs to their own lives to explore whether they can use the graphs to predict how tall they might be at different ages. See video to demonstrate specific aspects of working scientifically linked to the content of this lesson.
Equipment
None required.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Once humans reach the stage of development, they do not grow any taller.
Q2.What number is marked on this number line?
Q3.Which of these units can be used to measure human height?
Q4.Why might scientists use a line graph to show their results?
Q5.Scientists can calculate a to help them find patterns in results. They do this by adding together the amounts they have and then dividing by the number of quantities they added.
Q6.Match the decimal number to the correct fraction.
¼ or one quarter
½ or one half
¾ or three quarters
1 whole
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these diagrams is a bar chart?
Q2.A graph is useful for showing human height at different ages because it shows how a value varies between different points.
Q3.Which of these graphs could show changes in human height between the ages of 25 and 40?
Q4.When scientists use their results to predict what they think will happen in future investigations, it is called making a...
Q5.According to this graph, how tall is a 1½-year-old likely to be?
Q6.Andeep’s sister is 67 cm tall. Use the graph to predict how old she is likely to be.
To help you plan your 5 science lesson on: Analysing data about human height, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 5 science lesson on: Analysing data about human height, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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