Diagrams

Lead your students through the three types of diagrams on the page. Explain that students can use diagrams to analyze the different parts of a topic. You can use the related minilesson to provide specific directions for creating a line diagram. When students create their own diagrams, remind them to take care in labeling each part correctly.

Graphs (Continued)

Review the guidelines for creating a line graph. Point out the important parts of the sample, including the subject (Number of Guppies), the time measurement (months), and the line direction, which shows the change in number over time.

As an activity, provide your class with data on the average monthly high temperature for your region of the country. Challenge students to create a line graph that plots the average high temperature for each month, starting with January.

Tables

Show students how they can use tables to display information. Then review the two types of tables on this page.

• A schedule shows the date and time that something occurs.
• A distance table shows how far one place is from another.

As an activity, have students analyze the sample distance table to discover the distance to and from the following locations:

• New York to Seattle (2,912)
• Baltimore to Los Angeles (2,701)
• Seattle to Tampa (3,096)
• Baltimore to New York (197)

Reading Graphic Information

As a class, review the guidelines for reading graphics and the special considerations for advertisements. Then split up your class into groups. Present each group with a graphic and have them practice the reading tips. Afterward, pick a spokesperson from each group to present their analysis of the graphic.