Using Infographics to Support Numeracy in your Classroom

Looking for ways to build numeracy skills? Look no further than Infographics!

How can we get students to think critically about graphs? How can we teach students to examine, explore, question, and infer from graphs and data? How can we encourage students to view graphs as another form of storytelling?

Slow Reveal Graphs are slide decks that start with one data image and slide by slide, slowly increase the amount of information that is revealed; thus, encouraging students to infer using their analytical skills as they go. Check out this short intro video on Slow Reveal Graphs.

Check out slowrevealgraphs.com for example slide decks that encourage higher level thinking and deep analysis of data.

4 Aces Card Trick

Asking students to figure out Peter Liljedahl’s 4 Aces Card Trick is a great way to increase engagement. Exploring the magic in math is always a good idea!

Access Peter’s 4 Aces Card Trick Here