Living and non-living - Worksheet

This worksheet is designed to help students understand the basic concepts of classification between living and non-living entities. It presents a simple table with two categories: 'Living' and 'Non-living'. Students are tasked with sorting a list of items into the appropriate category. Examples of items to be classified include a dog, tree, and butterfly under the 'Living' category, and a bottle, book, and pencil under the 'Non-living' category. This exercise aims to encourage children to observe and think about the characteristics that distinguish living organisms from inanimate objects.

The worksheet also prompts critical thinking through questions such as "How are animals classified?" and "How do we sort according to living, non-living and never living?" These questions are designed to guide students towards a deeper understanding of the criteria used to determine whether something is living, such as the ability to grow, reproduce, and respond to the environment. The activity is not only educational but also interactive, enabling students to apply their knowledge in a practical way. This resource is a creation of Focus Education (UK) Ltd, a company dedicated to providing educational materials.