Check the key first. If each picture stands for 2, count the pictures and multiply by 2; half a picture is 1.
keysays what each picture stands for
scalewhat each step on a bar graph is worth
picture grapha graph drawn with pictures
bar grapha graph drawn with bars
Watch for: Counting each picture as 1 instead of using the key. Reading a bar that ends between two lines as the lower number. Answering “how many more” with a total.
At home: Make a graph of something at home, like socks by color, with each picture standing for 2.
Sample sheet and answer key
Luna's Space Adventure
Grade 3 · Scaled graphs · 3.MD.B.3
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Astronaut Luna is exploring a far-off corner of space. Solve each problem to help Luna's mission go smoothly!
New problems every time, three levels (gentle, core and stretch), themes to pick from, a second page if you want one. Each sheet comes with an answer key and a one-page guide for grown-ups.