Slow Reveal Graphs are a great resource for introducing graph interpretation to young people, and adults!
The technique starts off by showing fragments of a graph, where parts are obscured or missing. Students are challenged to think about what they notice, and what they wonder. Slowly, information in the graph is revealed.
Doing this activity regularly with different graphs is great for raising pupils’ confidence levels in interpreting graphs. The activity allows for students to feel more comfortable joining in on the conversation as there is no “right” answer when there is limited information available, just potential theories.
Go to the Slow Reveal Graphs website for more information and many graphs to choose from: slowrevealgraphs.com. You can also make your own slow reveal graphs by taking a graph of your choice and covering sections up in your slideshow.