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Welcome to class!
In today’s class, we’re stepping into the world of non-living things – the fascinating objects that fill our environment but don’t have life like living creatures. Get ready to learn about the interesting things that are all around us!
Non-living things
Alright, my inquisitive thinkers, today’s adventure is all about understanding non-living things – the items that don’t eat, breathe, or grow, yet play an important role in our lives. Just like the toys you play with, non-living things are part of the world we explore. Let’s dive in!
Meaning of Non-Living Things
Imagine a toy robot that doesn’t eat, a rock that doesn’t breathe, and a pencil that doesn’t grow. These are all non-living things! Non-living things are objects that don’t have life – they can’t move, eat, or grow like living creatures do.
Identifying Some Non-Living Things
Look around your room or your surroundings. What do you see that doesn’t eat, grow, or move on its own? Maybe you see a chair, a book, a toy car, or a ball. These are all examples of non-living things that make up our world.
Interactive Exploration
Let’s play a “Living or Non-Living” game! Find objects around you, and take turns with a friend or a grown-up guessing whether they are living or non-living. Use clues like “Does it eat?” or “Does it move by itself?” It’s like a detective game of discovery!
Learning About Non-Living Things
Take a walk outdoors with a grown-up. As you explore, try to spot non-living things in nature. Look for rocks, sticks, or even the sun and clouds. These are all non-living things that make our world beautiful and functional.
Summary
Today, we took a journey into the realm of non-living things – the interesting objects that surround us but don’t possess life. We learned that while they don’t eat or grow, they still play an important role in our world.
Classwork
Get creative and create a “Living vs. Non-Living Collage.” Find pictures or draw images of both living and non-living things. Arrange them on a large paper to show the diversity of things around us.
Evaluation and Questions
Can you explain what a non-living thing is? Can you name three examples of non-living things you see around you right now? Your answers are like windows into the world of things that aren’t alive.
Weekend Assignment
This weekend, I want you to explore your surroundings – your room, backyard, or a park. Make a list or take pictures of non-living things you find. Share your discoveries with us to showcase the variety of non-living objects around you!
We have come to the end of today’s class. I hope you enjoyed the class!
In the next class we shall be discussing Characteristics of Non-Living Things. Look forward to it!
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