Teaching young children the difference between living and non-living things can be fun and easy! Use these engaging YouTube videos and simple classroom activities to introduce the concept, then reinforce learning with our free printable worksheets.
These videos use songs, animations, and real-life examples to help kids understand what makes something alive.
Learn why some things are alive and others are not.
A fun, science-based explanation using backyard examples. Great for ages 4–7. Covers growth, movement, and reproduction.
Catchy song that teaches characteristics of living things. Kids love singing along!
Reinforce the lesson with our ready-to-use sorting activities! All worksheets are designed for kindergarten and preschool students.
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