# Lesson Plan: Data Collection for Primary 2
## Objective:
Students will learn the basics of data collection and how to record and interpret simple data.
## Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart paper
- Coloring crayons/markers
- Picture cards (representing different items like fruits, animals, etc.)
- Worksheets for data collection
## Duration:
45 minutes
### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up (5 minutes):**
- Briefly welcome the class.
- Start with a quick math warm-up: Ask students to count numbers aloud or solve simple addition problems.
2. **Introduction to Data Collection (5 minutes):**
- Explain what data collection is in simple terms: “Data collection is gathering information.”
- Give examples: Counting how many students like apples vs. bananas.
### Main Activity (25 minutes)
#### Activity 1: Collect Data via Survey (10 minutes)
1. **Setup:**
- Show picture cards representing different items (e.g., apples, bananas, etc.).
- Divide the class into small groups.
2. **Task:**
- Each group will conduct a mini-survey within the class. They ask each other questions like “Which fruit do you like more, apples or bananas?” and record the answers.
- Use tally marks on a chart paper or whiteboard.
3. **Example:**
- Draw two columns on the board: Apples | Bananas
- Have a student come up and place a tally mark under their favorite fruit.
#### Activity 2: Drawing a Pictograph (15 minutes)
1. **Setup:**
- After collecting data from the survey, show how to represent it using pictures (pictographs).
2. **Task:**
- Each group will draw a pictograph of their data using crayons/markers.
- They will draw pictures (e.g., small apples and bananas) to represent the number of votes.
3. **Guiding Example:**
- If 5 students like apples and 3 like bananas, they draw 5 apples and 3 bananas on the chart paper.
- Ensure each picture equals one vote.
### Conclusion (10 minutes)
1. **Presentation of Data:**
- Have each group present their pictograph to the class.
- Discuss the results. Ask questions like “Which fruit is the class’s favorite?” and “How many more students like apples than bananas?”
2. **Reinforcement:**
- Discuss the importance of data collection in daily life and its applications.
- Highlight how they used tally marks and pictographs to show data.
3. **Closure:**
- Summarize the lesson, reiterating key points.
- Ask if anyone has any questions.
4. **Homework/Extension Activity:**
- Provide a worksheet where students can collect data at home. For example, ask family members about their favorite ice cream flavors and draw a pictograph.
## Assessment:
- Observe student participation and engagement during the activities.
- Evaluate their ability to conduct surveys and create accurate pictographs.
- Collect and review the homework assignment for understanding.
Note: Adjustments can be made based on the class size, available resources, and the students’ proficiency levels.