These lessons foster a deep connection between observation, data collection, and creative visual representation, anchored in authentic inquiry and reflective practice. The integration of math and science supports cross-disciplinary literacy and critical thinking, while differentiation ensures accessibility for diverse learners.
Each lesson has an objective, step by step instructions, and a rubric.
- Objective
- Students define data and practice detailed observation using See–Think–Wonder
- Students collect quantitative data and represent it visually using tally charts and simple graphs
- Students create a personalized system of symbols using color, shape, and size to represent data
Students organize visual data using grids, timelines, or other layout tools to improve clarity
Students develop a personal inquiry question, collect and visualize data, and present findings with reflections.- Grades: 6 to 8, adaptable to upper elementary and high school
- Time: 5 days (one day per lesson)
- Author: A Shirley
Arizona Standards Engaged
English Language Arts
ELA.6.RI.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of informational texts.
ELA.6.SL.4: Present claims and findings clearly.
ELA.6.W.2: Write informative/explanatory texts.
Mathematics
MA.6.SP.4: Display numerical data in plots on a number line, including dot plots and histograms.
Science
SC.6.LS1.8: Gather, analyze, and communicate information about organisms.
SC.6.ETS1: Define criteria and constraints of a design problem.
Visual Arts
VA:Cr2.1.6a: Experiment with visual elements to communicate meaning.
Technology
ISTE 4.c: Collect data or identify relevant data sets to answer questions.
ISTE 6.a: Select appropriate platforms and tools to visualize data.
Lesson 1: Introduction to See-Think-Wonder
Detailed step by step instructions in lesson plan.
Lesson 2: Quantitative Data Collection and Visualization
Lesson 3: Designing a Visual Language for Data
Lesson 4: Structuring Visual Data — Page Layout and Design
