Help students develop graph drawing and data analysis skills using a familiar KS3 physics investigation. Students first calculate the speed of a toy car using the speed equation before plotting a line graph to investigate how the height of a ramp affects the speed of the toy car.

This resource provides clear scaffolding, making it suitable for independent work, cover lessons, revision or practical follow-up activities.

This resource includes:

• 2-page graph skills guide
• Identifying independent, dependent and control variables
• Choosing the correct graph type
• Planning axes, units and scales
• Plotting data accurately
• Drawing a line of best fit
• Scaffolded investigation worksheet with data table
• Speed calculation using the equation: Speed = Distance ÷ Time
• Blank investigation worksheet for independent practice
• PowerPoint with worked answers for each stage

Ideal for:

KS3 Science
Physics
Graph skills lessons
Practical investigations
Cover lessons
Homework
Revision
Developing working scientifically skills

The PowerPoint allows teachers to model each step using a visualiser or whiteboard before students complete the independent worksheet.