Using Picture Graphs to Solve Take-Apart Problems

The video tutorial teaches how to solve take-apart problems using picture graphs. It begins by explaining common misunderstandings and the importance of understanding the action in a problem. The tutorial uses examples of playground equipment and sports participation to demonstrate how to analyze data from picture graphs. It emphasizes the use of subtraction and addition to find missing information and verify answers. The lesson concludes with a review of the key concepts and problem-solving strategies.

What is a common misunderstanding when solving problems using picture graphs?

• Forgetting to label the graph

• Using the wrong symbols

• Ignoring the graph's title

• Not considering the action in the problem

How many students liked the seesaw best according to the 'Favorite Playground Equipment' graph?

• 6

• 2

• 3

• 4

If 10 kids liked to play on the swings and monkey bars, and 6 preferred the swings, how many liked the monkey bars?

• 2

• 5

• 3

• 4

What is the key symbol used in the 'Sports Our Class Plays' graph?

• A happy face

• A ball

• A star

• A jersey

How many students play football now if 3 decided not to play anymore?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

How many students play sports now after 2 basketball players and 4 football players decided not to play?

• 8

• 14

• 10

• 12

What skill did you learn in this lesson?

• Creating symbols for graphs

• Solving take-apart problems using picture graphs

• Drawing graphs

• Writing equations