🌱 Living Things Activities for Kids
Children are natural scientists. They notice a plant growing on the balcony, an ant walking across the floor, or a bird calling in the morning. This Living Things topic page brings together simple, free activities that help kids understand what makes something alive.
Right now you will find a sorting activity that asks children to place pictures into living and non-living groups. It is a gentle first step into science thinking, and it works well at home or in a preschool and primary classroom.
Frequently asked questions
What are living things for kids?
Living things are things that are alive. They grow, need food, water and air, move in their own way, respond to the world around them and produce young ones. People, animals, birds, insects and plants are all living things.
What age group are these living things activities for?
The sorting activity suits children aged about 3 to 7. Younger children can do it with an adult naming the pictures, while older children can explain why each picture belongs in its group.
Are the worksheets free to print?
Yes. Every worksheet in this topic is free to view, download and print for home and classroom use. You can print as many copies as you need for your children or students.
How can I teach living and non-living things at home?
Use everyday objects. Place a plant, a spoon, a toy and a pet bowl on a table and ask your child to sort them. Then use the printable worksheet to practise the same idea with pictures.