Based on the analysis of each item in the worksheet, here is the solution to the problem of classifying living (L) and non-living (NL) things.
The task requires writing 'L' for living things and 'NL' for non-living things next to each of the 12 items shown in the grid. Living things are organisms that grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and require energy. Non-living things do not possess these biological characteristics.
Here is the classification for each item, row by row:
Row 1:
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Tree: A tree is a plant. It grows, reproduces, and performs photosynthesis. Therefore, it is a
Living (L) thing.
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Fish: A fish is an animal. It moves, eats, breathes, and reproduces. Therefore, it is a
Living (L) thing.
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Pie: A pie is a food item made from non-living ingredients. It does not grow or metabolize on its own. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
Row 2:
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Trash can: This is an inanimate object made of metal or plastic. It does not grow or reproduce. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
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Frog: A frog is an amphibian, a type of animal. It breathes, eats, moves, and reproduces. Therefore, it is a
Living (L) thing.
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Boy: A boy is a human being, which is a living organism that grows, learns, and requires food and water. Therefore, it is a
Living (L) thing.
Row 3:
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Newspaper: Made from paper (which comes from trees), but the newspaper itself is an inanimate object that doesn't grow or reproduce. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
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Snowman: Made of snow and other materials, it will melt and does not have biological processes. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
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Rocking horse: This is a toy, an inanimate object designed to look like a living animal. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
Row 4:
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Basketball: A sports ball made of rubber or leather. It is an inanimate object. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
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Potted plant: A plant is a living organism that grows and performs photosynthesis. The pot is non-living, but the plant inside is alive. Therefore, the item as a whole is classified as
Living (L).
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Television: An electronic device that does not grow or reproduce. Therefore, it is a
Non-Living (NL) thing.
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Final Answer:
The completed worksheet should have the following letters written in the boxes next to each image:
Row 1: L, L, NL
Row 2: NL, L, L
Row 3: NL, NL, NL
Row 4: NL, L, NL
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of living things and nonliving things worksheet.
