2nd grade bar graphs and line plots

Quick answer

In 2nd grade (ages 7–8), children collect data, draw picture graphs and bar graphs, and make line plots from measurements. Learn Bright's "Graphs for Kids", Khan Academy and Kids Academy lessons, and Math with Mr. J line plot examples, ending with two Numberock songs. Play all on repeat, or loop one graph example.

Play all on repeat

Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Graphs for Kids | Learn all about basic graphsGraphs for Kids | Learn all about basic graphsLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Data! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenData! | Mini Math Movies | Scratch GardenScratch GardenPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Basic Statistics for Kids | Learning Basic Statistics for Elementary StudentsBasic Statistics for Kids | Learning Basic Statistics for Elementary StudentsLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  4. 4How To Keep Track With Tally Marks | How To Use Tally Marks | Kids AcademyHow To Keep Track With Tally Marks | How To Use Tally Marks | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Picture and bar graphsPicture and bar graphsKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Picture Graph Word Problems - Pictographs | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyPicture Graph Word Problems - Pictographs | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Asking questions about data in bar graphsAsking questions about data in bar graphsKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Math Antics - Data And GraphsMath Antics - Data And GraphsmathanticsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Line Plot for Kids | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyLine Plot for Kids | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Line Plots | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyLine Plots | Math for 2nd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Line Plots for Kids | Math for 2nd and 3rd Grade | Kids AcademyLine Plots for Kids | Math for 2nd and 3rd Grade | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  12. 12How to Read a Line Plot (Whole Numbers) | Interpreting Line PlotsHow to Read a Line Plot (Whole Numbers) | Interpreting Line PlotsMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  13. 13How to Make a Line Plot (Whole Numbers) | Math with Mr. JHow to Make a Line Plot (Whole Numbers) | Math with Mr. JMath with Mr. JPlay from here Loop
  14. 14Bar Graphs & Picture Graphs Song | 2nd Grade - 3rd GradeBar Graphs & Picture Graphs Song | 2nd Grade - 3rd GradeNumberockPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Line Plots Song | 2nd Grade | Creating Line PlotsLine Plots Song | 2nd Grade | Creating Line PlotsNumberockPlay from here Loop

What does this 2nd grade graphs unit cover?

It covers tally marks, picture graphs and bar graphs with up to four categories, answering put-together, take-apart and compare questions, and line plots made from measured lengths. By the end a child should read a bar graph and say how many more chose one answer than another.

How does RepeatWatch help with graphs?

Set an A–B loop on the part where a graph is built step by step, or slow it to 0.75× so your child can draw along. Use Repeat one on a graph song, save lesson parts on keys 1–9, and Stop after N loops to keep sessions short.

Frequently asked questions

What is a line plot?

A line plot shows data on a number line, with an X or dot above each value for every time it appears. In 2nd grade, children often measure several objects and plot the lengths, which links this unit with measurement.

What grade learns bar graphs?

In the US, picture graphs and bar graphs are usually taught in 2nd grade (ages 7–8), building on tally charts in 1st grade. Grade levels vary by country and school, so start with whichever videos fit your child.