Mathematics 2

Ms. Meek

Data in a Pictograph

When we want to record information we have gathered,

we create a graph or chart. One type of graph

is a pictograph.

A pictograph organizes and shows information using

pictures.

Pictograph

Every pictograph has a title, pictures or symbols, labels and

a key.

Pictograph

title

labels pictures

key

Pictograph

The key explains what symbols or

abbreviations mean. A key might show that a picture

stands for one or more than one. Pay careful attention to information in the key and be

prepared to skip-count.

Pictograph

In this pictograph, the key tells us that each crayon represents two children that like that color. This means, that a half crayon

represents one student.How many children like the color

red? 12

Pictograph

Who was surveyed for this information?

The title tells us 3rd grade students.

Practice

According to the key, how many students does each ball

represent?10 students each

Practice

Which sports are represented in the survey?

Baseball, football, soccer, hockey, and basketball

Practice

How many students play football?30 students

Practice

Conclusion• When we want to record

information we have gathered, we create a graph or chart. One type of graph is a pictograph.

• A pictograph organizes and shows information using pictures.

• Every pictograph has a title, pictures or symbols, labels and a key.

• The key explains what symbols or abbreviations mean. A key might show that a picture stands for one or more than one.