Sorting Characteristics Living Things Worksheet

Living and non-living things worksheet where students sort ten everyday items, including a tree, a rock, a dog and fire, into two columns and talk through their choices. An answer key is included.
Year levels
Pre-school (Early Years), Years 1–2
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Updated Oct 26, 2026

Subject
Earth Sciences, Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences, Science
Topic
Living and Non-Living Things
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This sorting worksheet is a great way for students to learn about living and non-living things. By sorting objects into two categories, students will be able to better understand the characteristics of living things.

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Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

  • Classify items as living or non-living

  • Explain why an item belongs in its column

Skills covered

  • Classifying — students write each item under Living Things or Non-Living Things

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Core concepts

  • Living things

  • Non-living things

  • Classification

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