Running Health and Fitness Reading Comprehension Worksheet – 3rd Grade

Looking for simple, effective fitness practice for third grade? The Running Health and Fitness Reading Comprehension Worksheet is a ready-to-print reading resource that students can complete on their own after a short introduction.

Learning objective: Students will practice fitness and apply the skill independently by completing each task on the page.

Why it works: Practice like this gives students a chance to try fitness on their own after you teach it. Because the page is quick to complete and easy to review, it fits into almost any part of the school day.

What's included:

• 2-page printable worksheet

• Answer key (1 page)

• Cover page

How it's organized: Short, student-friendly directions sit at the top of the page, followed by practice items that move from simple to more challenging.

Grade level: Designed for third grade students. It also works well for second grade and fourth grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: Use it for whole-group practice, small-group instruction, independent work, centers, morning work, homework, or an emergency sub plan.

Answer key: An answer key is included, so you can check work quickly or let students self-correct.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Slip the page into a sheet protector so students can practice again with dry-erase markers.

• Use it as an exit ticket the day after a fitness lesson to see who needs more support.

• Pair students to compare answers and talk through any differences.

Skills covered: Fitness, Fitness and Exercise, Health and Nutrition, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Science

Standards: Supports Common Core RI.3.1, RI.3.2.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 4 (2 worksheet pages, 1 answer key page, 1 cover page).

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