Living and nonliving things for kids are easier to understand when learners can observe plants, animals, and objects around them. This beginner course introduces what living things need, the parts of a plant, and the places where living things grow and find what they need. Children also meet familiar animal groups and explore two life cycles.
The eight lessons build from simple observation to comparison. Learners first sort living and nonliving examples, then name plant parts and learn how a seed can grow into a plant. They compare animal groups, explore habitats, and follow a butterfly and a frog through their life stages. The final lesson is a small science-journal project that helps learners share what they noticed.
What you will learn
- Tell the difference between living things and nonliving objects
- Name basic parts of a plant and describe what they do
- Explain some needs plants and animals have to grow and live
- Recognise familiar animal groups and habitats
- Put the butterfly and frog life stages in order
Who this course is for
This course is for children around ages 6 to 8 in Grades 1 and 2, and for other young learners who enjoy noticing nature. Parents, teachers, and caregivers can read the lessons aloud and help children observe safe examples near home or school.
Prerequisites
No special science knowledge is needed. Learners should be curious and ready to describe what they see. A pencil and paper are useful for the final project. A plant, nature book, or picture of an animal can help, but none is required.
A note for parents and teachers
Living things need care and respect. Observe plants without pulling them up, and watch animals from a safe distance. Do not touch unknown plants, eggs, insects, or wild animals. Plant needs and life-cycle details can vary among species, so the lessons use common examples and point out when a pattern is not the same for every living thing.