Primary 2 Picture Graphs
Read the key first. Each picture stands for the same number of items in that graph.
Read a scaled key
The key tells you the value of one picture. Use it for every picture in the graph.
How many pupils chose Swimming?
After-school clubs
1 picture = 2 pupils
Step 0 of 3
Common mistake: Saying 4 pupils because there are 4 pictures. The key says each picture stands for 2 pupils, so count in twos.
Compare groups
Use the same key for both rows. To find how many more, compare their values.
How many more pupils chose Swimming than Football?
Favourite sports
1 picture = 2 pupils
Step 0 of 4
Common mistake: Answering “2 more pupils” from the difference in pictures. Two extra pictures stand for 4 pupils.
Find a total
Find the value of each row first. Then add the two amounts.
How many books did the two classes read altogether?
Books read
1 picture = 5 books
Step 0 of 4
Common mistake: Adding 3 + 2 and calling the answer 5 books. Each picture stands for 5 books; find each class's books before adding.