Data Analysis Course for Kids
Definition
• Data is information. Analysis means studying it.
• Kids learn to find patterns. Like in numbers or words.
• It teaches smart thinking. And solving problems.
• Kids use easy tools. To study data.
• They make charts. And small reports.
• Helps in homework. And school projects.
• Builds future skills. For jobs and study.
Importance
• Helps kids understand data. Like numbers and facts.
• Improves problem-solving. Kids think in smart ways.
• Makes learning fun. With charts and colors.
• Supports school projects. And homework tasks.
• Builds tech skills early. For future jobs.
• Prepares kids for future. In studies and work.
• Encourages clear thinking. And good decisions.
Advantages for Freelancing
• Kids learn to understand numbers. And find their meaning.
• They can spot patterns. Like in games or school work.
• It makes problem solving easy. And fun to do.
• They use colorful charts. To explain ideas.
• It helps in homework. And big projects.
• They learn to decide better. With facts, not guesses.
• Builds skills for future. In jobs and studies.
Session 1 : What is Data Analysis?
Definition of data analysis in simple terms
Why analyzing data is important in business, science, and daily life
Real-life example: Analyzing school test scores or sales at a shop
Activity: Look at a simple table of data and spot a trend
Session 2 : Types of Data and How to Collect It
Qualitative vs. quantitative data
Sources of data: surveys, sensors, websites, databases
Real-life example: Collecting data about students’ favorite sports
Activity: Create your own short survey and collect responses
Session 3 : Organizing and Cleaning Data
Introduction to spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets)
How to clean data: removing duplicates, fixing errors
Real-life example: Cleaning a messy birthday party guest list
Activity: Fix a sample dataset with missing and incorrect entries
Session 4 : Data Visualization – Telling Stories with Charts
Types of charts: bar, pie, line, histogram
Why visualization helps us understand data better
Real-life example: Showing monthly sales as a bar chart
Activity: Turn raw data into a colorful and readable chart
Session 5 : Basic Analysis Techniques
Mean, median, mode, range
Sorting, filtering, counting, and comparing data
Real-life example: Analyzing class test results
Activity: Use formulas in Excel or Google Sheets for analysis
Session 6 : Tools for Data Analysis
Introduction to Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI, Python (basic)
Real-life example: Using tools to track YouTube views over time
Activity: Try a free online tool to explore data dashboards
Session 7 : Real-Life Data Analysis Projects
Case study: A small business tracking customer feedback
How data helps make better decisions
Real-life example: Improving cafeteria menus using student surveys
Activity: Plan your own data project from start to finish
Session 8 : Careers in Data Analysis & Next Steps
Jobs: Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Data Consultant
Skills to learn: Excel, SQL, statistics, data tools
Real-life example: How companies use data to grow
Activity: Sketch your dream career path in data analysis
Bonus Materials
Data terms and definitions sheet
Free data sets for practice
Beginner-friendly data analysis project ideas
Sample dashboards and reports for inspiration
Certificate of Completion for Data Analysis