This resource supports children in developing their understanding of living and non-living things through sorting and categorising activities.
The pack contains 5 worksheets, each featuring a unique set of picture cards for children to cut out, discuss and sort. Every worksheet is provided in full colour and is also duplicated in black and white, offering flexible printing options and additional opportunities for colouring and personalisation.
The activities link to Primary Science, helping children identify the characteristics of living things and distinguish them from non-living objects. Through discussion and investigation, children can explore what living things need to survive, how they grow and change, and why some objects are classified as non-living.
The resource links to Maths, through sorting, classifying, grouping, comparing and organising information. Children develop the language of reasoning as they explain their choices and justify where each picture belongs.
Suitable for EYFS, KS1 and SEND learners, the worksheets can be used during whole-class teaching, small-group activities, intervention sessions, independent learning tasks, continuous provision or home learning. They also work well as science starters, assessment opportunities or discussion prompts.
The resource can also be used alongside practical objects from around the classroom, nature collections from outdoor learning sessions, small-world toys, sorting trays and hoops.