Living and non-living things

Front

What are living things?

Back

Living things are organisms that grow, reproduce, and need food and water to survive. Examples include animals, plants, and humans.

Front

What are non-living things?

Back

Non-living things are objects that do not grow, reproduce, or need food and water. Examples include rocks, water, and sunlight.

Front

Name two categories of things.

Back

Living and non-living things.

Front

What is a characteristic of living things?

Back

Living things need food to live.

Front

Which of the following is a living thing: a cat or a stone?

Back

A cat is a living thing.

Front

Which of the following is a non-living thing: a tree or a table?

Back

A table is a non-living thing.

Front

Do living things breathe?

Back

Yes, most living things breathe to take in oxygen.

Front

Can non-living things move on their own?

Back

No, non-living things cannot move on their own.

Front

What do living things need to grow?

Back

Living things need food, water, and sunlight to grow.

Front

Give an example of a non-living thing that is essential for living things.

Back

Water is a non-living thing that is essential for living things.