M&M Graphing and Probability

Analyze data using technology. Middle schoolers design data investigations, describe data, and draw their own conclusions. Then they select the best type of graph, graph and interpret the data, and look for patterns in trends. They also...

Students create their own bar graph using M&M's and a M&M recording sheet. They record the information using Microsoft Excel, complete their M&M recording sheet and take turns rotating to the computer to complete their graphs...

Students estimate and then count the number of each color of M&M's in their bag. In this mathematics lesson, students find the experimental probability of selecting each color from the bag. Students create pictographs and bar graphs...

Students create a variety of graphs. They count, sort, and classify M&M's by color and record data on a chart. They use data from the chart to create pictographs, bar graphs and circle graphs. They analyze data and determine...

Youngsters sort M & M's by color. They graph the M&M's by color on a graph. This classic activity is a wonderful way to introduce the concept and technique of graphing to young mathematicians. Pairs of kids can make up their own...

Collect and graph data using Microsoft Excel with your math class. They will make predictions about the number of each colored candy in a bag of M&M's, then sort, classify, count, and record the actual data before using Excel to...

Math never tasted so good! M&M candy is used to complete problems and graphs. They sort the candy based on color, make estimations about their numbers, determine relationships between the numbers, write fractions, make graphs for the...

Fifth graders count, sort, and classify M&M's by color. They use their data to create a pictograph, bar graph, circle graph, and in small groups analyze the data and create a graph on a math website. They also determine the ratio...

Students sort, count, and identify M&M's by color. They record their data on a chart and they use the data to create various types of graphs. They create a pictograph, bar graph, and a pie graph. Students analyze and interpret data.

Students count, sort, and classify M&M's by color. They record the data and use the information to create a pictograph, a bar graph, and a circle graph. They analyze and interpret the data and use it to figure ratio and determine...