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Year 7: Stem and Leaf Plot Introduction

by Peter Fox

Updated on October 23, 2025

Objectives

The aim of this activity is for students to build a greater conceptual understanding of stem-and-leaf plots, including interpreting data extracted from the associated plots. 

Vocabulary

  • Stem-and-Leaf Plot
  • Stem
  • Leaf
  • Spread
  • Range
  • Minimum
  • Maximum

About the Lesson

Students are provided with multiple data sets which include "student test scores", "fuel prices" and "AFL data". The worksheet focuses on the first two data sets and the interpretation. Teachers can extend the activity using the AFL data sets. Built in data sets allow students to focus on interpretation rather than data entry.