Holiday Survey Day Kickoff - Organize a festive classroom environment with holiday decorations and music. Introduce students to the project by explaining the purpose and essential question. Guide them through creating survey questions about favorite holiday activities and treats. (45 min)

Conducting Surveys - Students use tablets or paper surveys to conduct interactive surveys with classmates and teachers, gathering data on favorite holiday activities and treats. Encourage students to ask open-ended questions and record responses accurately. (45 min)

Categorical Data Exploration - Discuss the concept of categorical data with students. Facilitate activities that help them categorize the survey responses into meaningful groups, preparing them for graph creation. (30 min)

Data Organization - Students organize collected data, using charts or tables to sort responses into categories. This will lay the groundwork for creating bar graphs. (15 min)

Introduction to Bar Graphs - Explain the components of a bar graph and demonstrate how to represent categorical data visually. Students practice drawing simple bar graphs using sample data. (30 min)

Creative Graph Design - Encourage students to brainstorm and sketch ideas for holiday-themed bar graphs, incorporating elements like Christmas trees, ornaments, or snowflakes. (15 min)

Graphing Practice - Students use graph paper to begin creating bar graphs with the collected survey data, focusing on accuracy and creativity. Provide guidance on layout and design. (45 min)

Advanced Graphing Techniques - Introduce students to more advanced aspects of bar graphs, such as scale and intervals. Demonstrate how these can impact the interpretation of data. (20 min)

Creating Holiday-Themed Graph Backgrounds - Students design and create the background for their graphs using holiday themes such as Christmas trees or snowflakes. (25 min)

Graph Construction - Students begin constructing their holiday-themed bar graphs using the organized data from last week. Emphasize accuracy and creativity in graph creation. (45 min)

Peer Review and Feedback - Students pair up to review each other's graphs and provide constructive feedback. Encourage discussions on clarity, design, and data representation. (20 min)

Graph Revisions - Based on peer feedback, students make necessary revisions to their graphs to improve clarity and visual appeal. (25 min)

Data Analysis Discussion - Facilitate a class discussion on what students have learned from their data. Discuss any patterns or interesting findings related to classmates' holiday traditions. (20 min)

Graph Presentation Practice - Students practice presenting their graphs to a partner, explaining their data collection and analysis process. Focus on clear communication and confidence. (25 min)

Collaboration with Local Bakery - Introduce the project with the local bakery. Discuss how students will collect data on popular holiday treats for a future tasting event. (20 min)

Survey Design for Bakery Collaboration - Students work in groups to design survey questions that will be used to collect data on popular holiday treats at the local bakery. (25 min)

Graph Refinement - Students review their initial bar graph drafts, focusing on accuracy and clarity. Guide them in revising any errors and enhancing the visual appeal of their graphs with holiday themes. (30 min)

Peer Feedback - Facilitate a session where students pair up to share their graphs and provide constructive feedback to each other, focusing on data accuracy and creativity. (15 min)

Data Analysis Discussion - Lead a class discussion on interpreting bar graphs, emphasizing how to draw conclusions from data, such as identifying trends in favorite holiday activities among classmates. (20 min)

Graph Enhancement - Encourage students to incorporate feedback from peers to make final adjustments to their graphs, improving both data representation and aesthetics. (25 min)

Introduction to Presentation Skills - Teach basic presentation skills, including clear articulation and engaging storytelling, to help students prepare for the 'Holiday Graph Gala'. (15 min)

Presentation Practice - Students practice presenting their graphs to small groups, focusing on explaining their data collection and analysis process. Provide guidance and tips for improvement. (30 min)

Community Partner Collaboration - Students work on creating additional graphs using data collected from the local bakery about popular holiday treats. Discuss the importance of community collaboration in data collection. (25 min)

Graph Creation for Bakery Data - Students begin designing and constructing bar graphs based on the bakery survey results, integrating holiday themes into their visual representations. (20 min)

Final Presentation Rehearsal - Students conduct a full rehearsal of their presentations, practicing the delivery of their graphs and explanations to peers. Provide feedback on clarity and engagement. (30 min)

Reflection and Q&A Preparation - Facilitate a reflective session where students anticipate potential questions from guests at the 'Holiday Graph Gala' and prepare thoughtful responses. (15 min)

Final Graph Revisions - Students make any final adjustments to their holiday-themed bar graphs, ensuring accuracy and visual appeal. Focus on perfecting details. (20 min)

Peer Presentation Practice - Students pair up to practice presenting their graphs, emphasizing clear communication and the data collection process. (25 min)

Graph Presentation to Class - Students present their graphs to the class, explaining their data findings and creative design choices. Encourage peer questions and feedback. (45 min)

Preparation for Holiday Graph Gala - Students prepare their graphs for display at the Gala, including mounting them on easels and setting up stations. (20 min)

Collaboration with Local Bakery - Finalize plans with the bakery for the tasting event, discussing how students will present their graphs and share their findings. (25 min)

Holiday Graph Gala Setup - Arrange the classroom for the Gala, setting up interactive stations where guests will engage with the graphs. Ensure all presentations are ready. (20 min)

Graph Gala Dry Run - Students conduct a practice run of the Gala with classmates, refining their presentations and stations. (25 min)

Holiday Graph Gala Exhibition - Host the 'Holiday Graph Gala' where students present their holiday-themed bar graphs to family members and community guests. Encourage interaction and questions. (45 min)