Welcome to the Hotdog Graph Project, a fun and interactive data visualization that answers one of humanity’s greatest questions: “How many hotdogs did they eat?”
This project uses Python, tkinter and Matplotlib to graph and analyze data from real or simulated hotdog-eating contests. Perfect for teaching students about data representation, graph interpretation, and basic coding concepts in a visual, engaging way.
- Interactive or static graph showing hotdog consumption across contestants or years
- Customizable dataset — you can plug in your own data
- Simple and readable Python code designed for beginners
- Optional: Integration with Mindset Math’s Mindful Mathletes lesson series for data literacy in classrooms
This project is part of the Mindful Mathletes initiative under Mindset Math, combining creativity, humor, and learning to make math concepts stick.
Students learn how to:
- Read and analyze bar graphs
- Understand data relationships
- Build connections between math and real-world topics (yes, even competitive eating)