Describing Characteristics Living Things Worksheet – 1st Grade

Looking for simple, effective living and non-living things practice for first grade? The Describing Characteristics Living Things Worksheet is a ready-to-print science resource that students can complete on their own after a short introduction.

Learning objective: Students will practice living and non-living things and apply the skill independently by completing each task on the page.

Why it works: Practice like this gives students a chance to try living and non-living things on their own after you teach it. Because the page is quick to complete and easy to review, it fits into almost any part of the school day.

What's included:

• 1 printable worksheet page

• Clear, student-friendly directions

• 2 practice sections (Part A to Part B)

• Answer key (1 page)

• Cover page

How it's organized: The page opens with these directions: "Write a word from the box to finish each line." The practice is split into 2 parts, so students can work through it in clear steps.

Grade level: Designed for first grade students. It also works well for kindergarten and second grade students who need extra practice or a fresh review.

How to use it: Assign it after a mini-lesson, use it in a small group, send it home as homework, keep it in your sub folder, or use it as a quick formative check.

Answer key: An answer key is included, so you can check work quickly or let students self-correct.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Keep a few copies in your early finisher bin for independent review.

• Pair students to compare answers and talk through any differences.

• Use it as an exit ticket the day after a living and non-living things lesson to see who needs more support.

Skills covered: Life Science, Living and Non-Living Things, Science

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 3 (1 worksheet page, 1 answer key page, 1 cover page).

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