rade Level: Elementary (2nd Grade)
Subject: Science
Objective:
Students will be able to differentiate between living and non-living things.
Students will identify characteristics of living things.
Materials:
Pictures or real-life examples of living and non-living things (e.g., plants, animals, rocks, toys)
Chart paper or whiteboard
Markers
Worksheet or activity sheet (optional)
Interactive whiteboard or projector (optional)
Lesson Duration: Approximately 45-60 minutes
Procedure:
Introduction (10 minutes):
1. Begin the lesson by asking students what they think makes something alive. Encourage them to share
their ideas and thoughts.
2. Show pictures or real examples of living and non-living things, such as a plant, a pet, a rock, and a toy.
Ask students to identify each item and explain whether it is living or non-living.
Main Activity (30 minutes):
1. Create a T-chart on the chart paper or whiteboard with "Living Things" on one side and "Non-living
Things" on the other.
2. Engage students in a discussion about the characteristics of living things. Guide them to identify
common characteristics such as:
Growth
Reproduction
Response to stimuli
Need for energy
Adaptation
Movement (optional for younger grades)
3. Ask students to identify and categorize various items as living or non-living by placing them on the
appropriate side of the T-chart. Encourage them to justify their choices based on the characteristics
discussed.
4. Discuss any items that may blur the lines between living and non-living (e.g., seeds, fire).
Conclusion (10 minutes):
1. Review the key concepts learned in the lesson: the differences between living and non-living things and
the characteristics of living things.
2. Provide students with examples from their everyday lives to reinforce the concept (e.g., pets, plants,
toys).
3. Encourage students to reflect on why it's important to understand the difference between living and non-
living things.
4. Assign any follow-up activities or homework, such as a worksheet where students identify living and
non-living things in their environment.
Assessment:
Observe students' participation and contributions during class discussions and activities.
Review students' completed worksheets or activity sheets to assess their understanding of the concepts.
Informally assess students' ability to classify objects as living or non-living and explain their reasoning.
Extension Activities:
Take a nature walk around the school grounds or nearby park to observe and identify living and non-
living things.
Create a classroom garden and observe the growth and changes of living plants.
Conduct simple experiments to observe the characteristics of living things, such as observing a plant's
response to light or water.
Note: Adjust the lesson plan and activities as needed based on the needs and interests of your students.
Providing hands-on activities and real-life examples can enhance student engagement and understanding.
