Line Plots & Frequency Tables Doodle Notes

working with charts and plots in math class: visual interactive "doodle note"

When students color or doodle in math class, it activates both hemispheres of the brain at the same time. There are proven benefits of this cross-lateral brain activity:

- new learning

- relaxation (less math anxiety)

- visual connections

- better memory & retention of the content!

Students fill in the sheets, answer the questions, and color, doodle or embellish. Then, they can use it as a study guide later on. Graphic doodle and sketch notes take full advantage of Dual Coding Theory (the way brains process visual and linguistic information) to maximize retention.

Content includes:

- creating a frequency table

- creating a line plot using data

- purpose of charts and plots

- definitions of line plots and frequency tables

- reminders about titles and labels

- visuals and room for creativity & interaction

Check out the preview images for more detail about this item and the research behind it.

Visual note taking strategies like sketch notes or doodle notes are based on dual coding theory.  When we can blend the text input with graphic/visual input, the student brain processes the information differently and can more easily convert the new learning into long-term memory.

This strategy also integrates the left and right hemispheres of the brain to increase focus, learning, and retention!

1 page is included, plus an answer key, sample, and info.

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Reviews from other teachers:

- This resource was used for my special education students that have slid through the cracks landing in middle school without knowing their multiplication facts. The students very were engaged, and thoroughly enjoyed this activity. It took no time at all to get the activity started which is what stood out for me as a teacher. Needing as little preparation as possible when utilizing an activity can make a teacher's day, especially in special education. All in all, this resource helped my students strengthen their math skills across the board.

-This resource helped my students out with understanding the math lesson better. Especially those that were struggling with the lesson

-Great resource for our interactive notebooks.

-Great way to review the concept with the kids to make sure they understand. The coloring/doodling keeps them engaged.

-Fantastic way to take notes!