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Living/Non-Living
The world is made up of both living and non-living things. This unit helps students explore the important differences between the two. The term "living thing" refers to things that are now or once were alive. A "non-living thing" is anything that was never alive. In order for something to be classified as living, it must: grow and develop, use energy, reproduce, be made of cells, respond to its environment, and adapt. While many things meet one or more of these criteria, a living thing must meet all of the criteria. Living and non-living things interact with each other all the time.
Overview Resources
- Unit Guide
- Unit Resource List
- NGSS Correlations Chart
- Living/Non-Living Unit Roadmaps
Unit Nonfiction Books
Lesson Resources
- Nonfiction Book Teacher's Guide
- Discussion Cards
- Blank Discussion Cards
Project-Based Learning Packs
Process Activities
FOCUS Books
Supporting Materials
Investigation Packs
Living Things
- Complete Investigation Pack
- Investigation Pack Teacher's Guide
- I.File Response Sheet
- I.Files Teaching Tips
I.Files
Mystery File
Science Fair Resources
Science Videos
Career Files
Quick Reads
Concept Books
Reading A-Z Books
Retelling Rubrics
Vocabulary Cards
Word Work
Book Assembly
Single-Sided Concept
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Double-Sided Concept
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