Data and Graphs: Line Plots 2nd Grade Lesson Post # 6

For the next few posts, I want to talk about Data and different types of Graphs. Recently, I taught my students about line plots. For most of them, it was something that they have not seen before. To introduce the topic, I played my students' the video that explains what a line plot is. While viewing this video, it was important for my students to understand that line plots are often used to collect data. 

The video also explains how to read a data table, as well as how to plot data on a line plot.

For some practice, as a class we worked on a Solve and Share Problem. For this problem, I had the students find different school items that they own, and I had them measure it using a ruler in inches. Once I collected their data, we filled in the data table and the line plot as a class.

As I reflect back on this lesson, I feel accomplished. I taught my students how to use data as well as how to use a line plot. The lesson went well and my students thoroughly understood what they needed to do. 

 I used the EnVision Mathematics Grade 2 workbook, Topic 15 lesson 1 for this lesson. 

New York State Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards: NY-2.MD.1: Measure the length of an object to the nearest whole by selecting and using appropriate tools such as rulers, yardsticks, meter sticks, and measuring tapes.

NY-2.MD.9: Generate measurement data by measuring lengths of several objects to the nearest whole unit, or by making repeated measurements of the same object. Present the measurement data in a line plot, where the horizontal scale is marked off in whole-number unit. 
Common Core State Standards For Mathematics: Standard for Mathematical Practice: 4. Model with Mathematics.