2. DO NOW (4 MINUTES) Recall ways in which you have had to organize and communicate information. For example: preparing a school project. Explain how you organized and communicated information in these examples. Finished? Write down tonight’s homework (Agenda)

4. WHAT ? Scientists organize their data using: Data tables Line graphs Bar graphs Circle graphs

5. WHAT? Scientists use tables and graphs as a way to analyze data and communicate it to others.

6. WHAT? The Components of Graphs X axis (horizontal) Y axis (vertical) Consistent number scale Title Key (what is represented on the graph)

7. WHY? We must know how to communicate with each other in different ways to make sure our message is clear.

8. BAR GRAPH Compare and contrast multiple items at one time.

9. LINE GRAPH Shows the changes in one item over time.

10. CIRCLE GRAPH Shows how parts are connected to a whole.

11. HOW? You use graphs to organize and communicate data by: STEP 1: Analyze the data STEP 2: Determine which graph is best fit to represent data. STEP 3: Create graph components STEP 4: Graph data STEP 5: Analyze trends STEP 6: Communicate trends

12. GUIDED PRACTICE: 6 MINUTES What are our favorite pizza toppings? Pepperoni Sausage Cheese Ham/bacon Supreme

13. GUIDED PRACTICE Based on the data presented, what kind of graph would best represent the data? Why? What components does our graph need? What trends do we notice in our data? What conclusions can we draw from the data? How could we present these conclusions to other people?

14. M &M GRAPHING LAB (40 MINUTES)

15. INDEPENDENT PRACTICE (5 MINUTES) TemperatureDay 82° FMonday 84° FTuesday 84° FWednesday 83° FThursday 85° FFriday 88° FSaturday 86° FSunday 1.Create a line graph for the data table provided. Be sure to include all components. 2.Describe the overall trend of the weather for the entire week. 3.What information goes on the x-axis? 4.What information goes on the y-axis? 5.What implications might this weather data have on how we dress?

16. HOMEWORK: 1 MINUTES Study for the Chapter 1 Test (WEDNESDAY) Complete M&M Data Lab

17. Lab Safety Exit Ticket Scientific Method Exit Ticket Homework Bonus Points (for Ch.1 Test) Writing Concerns Complete sentences Spelling & punctuation Neat handwriting FEEDBACK (7 MINUTES)

18. RECAP (2 MINUTES) Class Rules & Procedures Lab Safety & Equipment Scientific Method Scientific Theory & Scientific Law Graphing & Analyzing Data

19. STUDY TIPS (1 MINUTE) Make vocabulary flashcards. Re-explain concepts in your own words. Musical Rhymes Buddy System Memory Game (Matching)

20. DO NOW (4 MINUTES) Take 4 minutes to do a last review of notes. Secure a #2 pencil. Place ALL items under your desk.

21. CHAPTER 1 TEST (35 MINUTES) Noise level = ZERO (no talking) Read ALL directions carefully. Stay on task (You will not get extra time) Finished? Double check your work. Place test FACE DOWN in your block tray. Remain quiet through testing Take out an assignment from another class.