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Statistics in Schools (SIS) brings school subjects to life using real-world Census Bureau statistics to create materials for use year after year for K-12 students. Explore this site for engaging resources and activities in social studies, math, English, geography, sociology and more.
Teacher-designed. Teachers helped create and review each activity to make sure it is valuable and engaging.
Easy to use. Materials are free, easily customized, and supportive of existing lesson plans.
Valuable. SIS enhances learning, boosts statistical literacy, and prepares students for a data-driven world.
Find out how to get started as a teacher ambassador or partner to the SIS program.
Bring data close to home by helping students collect, analyze, and compare kid-friendly information about their own state.
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This video discusses how the Census Bureau has expanded its efforts to promote statistical literacy by providing real life data for the classroom.
Statistics in Schools: Preparing Students for a Data-Driven World
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This video discusses how the Census Bureau has expanded its efforts to promote statistical literacy by providing real life data for the classroom.
This quick, how-to video shows you the basics of where to find and download more than 200 free materials, how to use a popular data tool for students, and more.
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