Graphs Chart
Tally marks help you count. A picture graph shows how many of each.
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How to do it
- Make a tally mark for each one.
- Draw a line across every 5th mark.
- Read the graph to answer questions.
Teaching tip
Make a tally of something real, like cars that drive by or colors of socks. This sheet is aligned with Common Core 1.MD.C.4.
About this chart
How to make tally marks, and how to read a picture graph for most, fewest, how many more and how many in all.
What kids practice
Graphs are a way to sort and count things so you can see the answer at a glance. First graders sort things into up to three groups, count each group, and answer questions like "Which has the most?" and "How many more?"
Watch for
- Counting the same picture twice or skipping one. Crossing off each one as it's counted helps.
- Coloring the bar graph from the top instead of the bottom.
- For "how many more", giving one of the numbers instead of the difference.
It's free to print, as many copies as you need. See the full graphs with three categories guide for 1st grade.
