Free Printable WorksheetScienceGrade 3Science CurriculumSCI.3.4

3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words Worksheet

Download our free printable Grade 3 Science worksheet on 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words. Ideal for classroom practice, homeschool learning, independent homework, and standardized test preparation. Available in both print-ready PDF and editable DOCX formats.

Choose your preferred download format:

100% Free • No registration or login required • Instant file access

Download PDF Download DOCX

Prefer interactive practice with instant grading and explanations?Practice Speed, Position, and Direction Words Online

Worksheet Overview & Skills Covered

Core academic competencies and curriculum alignment

This Grade 3 Science worksheet provides structured practice on 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Speed, Position, and Direction Words - Which statement best uses position and direction words to show (faster/slower; nearer/farther; north/south/east/west; left/right) to communicate motion and position changes with simple data displays. (NGSS 3-PS2-2; CCSS Math 3.MD.B.4)

Whether you are an educator preparing classroom handouts, a tutor reinforcing weekly topics, or a parent supporting homeschool learning, this printable resource gives students the deliberate practice required to achieve subject fluency and master state standards.

Grade

Grade 3

Subject

Science

Domain

Science Curriculum

Formats

PDF & DOCX

Sample Practice Problems

Preview the types of problems and questions covered in this worksheet

Below are sample questions representative of the exercises included on this worksheet and related 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words skill assessments:

Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Two toy cars started at the same point on a track. The table shows how far north of the start each car was after each minute.Data display:Minute | Car M north (m) | Car N north (m)1 | 5 | 42 | 9 | 103 | 12 | 134 | 14 | 14

Which statement best compares their motion using north and faster/slower words?

ACar N was ahead at minute 1, Car M was ahead in minutes 2 and 3, and they were tied at minute 4.

BCar M was always faster because it starts ahead.

CCar M was ahead at minute 1, Car N was ahead in minutes 2 and 3, and they were tied at minute 4.

DCar N was always faster because it ends tied.

Solution & Explanation:Compare their north distances each minute: minute 1, 5>4 so M ahead. Minutes 2 and 3, N is ahead (10>9 and 13>12). Minute 4, both are 14, so tied.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

A ball moved right on a ruler for 5 seconds. The table shows its position each second.Data display:Second | Position (cm)0 | 01 | 82 | 153 | 214 | 265 | 30

Which statement best uses faster/slower words?

AThe ball sped up each second because the position number increased.

BThe ball slowed down each second because it moved fewer centimeters each second.

CThe ball moved fastest in second 5 because it is the last second.

DThe ball moved the same speed because time is counted by seconds.

Solution & Explanation:Find how much it moves each second: +8, +7, +6, +5, +4. The moves get smaller, so it slows down each second.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

Two robots started at point S on a grid and moved one step each minute. The table shows their coordinates.Data display:Minute | Robot G | Robot H0 | (0,0) | (0,0)1 | (0,2) | (2,0)2 | (2,2) | (2,2)3 | (2,4) | (4,2)

Which statement best compares their positions at minute 3 using north/east words?

AAt minute 3, Robot H is farther north, and Robot G is farther east.

BAt minute 3, both robots are at the same place because both have a 2 in their coordinates.

CAt minute 3, Robot G is farther north, and Robot H is farther east.

DAt minute 3, both robots are west of S.

Solution & Explanation:Robot G is at (2,4): 4 north and 2 east. Robot H is at (4,2): 2 north and 4 east. So G is farther north, and H is farther east.

Want more practice questions with step-by-step guidance?

Practice All Questions Online

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about printing, using, and solving this worksheet

QHow do I download and print this 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words worksheet?

Click either the "Download PDF" or "Download DOCX" button at the top of the page. You can print the PDF directly from your browser or edit the DOCX file in Microsoft Word or Google Docs to tailor the questions to your students.

QIs this 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words worksheet free for teachers and homeschoolers?

Yes! All learning materials, worksheets, and practice resources on Free K12 Practice are 100% free for teachers, students, parents, tutors, and homeschooling families for non-commercial educational use. No account or subscription is required.

QCan students practice 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words online with instant feedback?

Yes! In addition to this printable worksheet, students can practice 3.4 Speed, Position, and Direction Words interactively on our platform with automated grading, instant score tracking, and detailed step-by-step solutions.

QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 3 Science students. It aligns with educational standard SCI.3.4 (Grade 3 science skill focused on Speed, Position, and Direction Words.).