Living and Nonliving Things

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What is a living thing?

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A living thing is something that grows, reproduces, and responds to its environment, like plants and animals.

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What is a non-living thing?

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A non-living thing is something that does not grow, reproduce, or respond to its environment, like rocks and water.

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Can you name a living thing?

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Examples of living things include dogs, cats, trees, and flowers.

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Can you name a non-living thing?

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Examples of non-living things include cars, books, and chairs.

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What is a natural thing?

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A natural thing is something that occurs in nature without human intervention, like rivers and mountains.

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What is a human-made thing?

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A human-made thing is something created by people, like buildings and toys.

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Is a volcano a living or non-living thing?

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A volcano is a non-living thing, but it is a natural feature of the Earth.

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Is a car a living or non-living thing?

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A car is a non-living thing and is human-made.

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What do living things need to survive?

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Living things need air, water, food, and shelter to survive.

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Do living things move?

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Yes, living things can move on their own, like animals walking or plants growing towards sunlight.