Living and non-living things
Introduction
Living things are things that can grow, move, breathe, eat, and reproduce. Non-living things are things that do not have these abilities.
Living Things
- Plants: Trees, flowers, grass
- Animals: Dogs, cats, birds
- People: You, your family
Non-Living Things
- Toys: Dolls, cars, balls
- Objects: Chair, table, book
Fun Activity
Go for a nature walk and try to identify living and non-living things around you. Make a list or draw pictures of what you find.
Remember
- Living things can grow, move, breathe, eat, and reproduce.
- Non-living things do not have these abilities.
- Examples of living things include plants, animals, and people. Examples of non-living things include toys and objects.
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