This interactive graphing activity is a fun, engaging way to introduce data collection and graphing while tying in a favorite read-aloud, I Love You and Cheese Pizza. After reading the story, students answer the question “If pizza was your Valentine, what topping would you pick?” and help create a class graph using cheese, pepperoni, or veggie toppings.

Students place their topping choice on the graph, count totals using tally marks, and answer simple data questions such as which topping had the most and which had the least. This activity works beautifully as a whole-group lesson and encourages discussion, math talk, and student participation.

What’s included:

• Interactive anchor chart pieces for graphing
• Student recording sheet with tally marks and data questions
• Adorable, kid-friendly visuals that students love
• Easy setup and classroom-tested directions
  

Skills covered:

• Collecting and organizing data
• Graphing and counting
• Comparing quantities (most / least)
• Answering questions about data
  

This resource is perfect for Kindergarten–1st grade, Valentine’s Day, pizza-themed units, or anytime you want to make graphing meaningful and fun. It’s a simple, engaging way to connect literacy and math while keeping students excited and involved.