Is It Alive?

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Science · My World Quest — full scheme of work · seedling

Is It Alive?

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For grown-ups

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Have you ever wondered if a rock could ever feel hungry or grow taller? Knowing what is living helps you care for pets, plants, and everything around you. A tiny seed looks still and quiet, but it is alive and ready to grow into a big plant. When you finish, try looking around the room and spotting one living thing and one non-living thing.

Wake Up Your Brain!

Wake Up Your Brain!

Look at your hand. Wiggle your fingers. You are alive! Now look at a stone. Can a stone wiggle? No! Let's find out why.

💭 Think about this

Can you think of one thing that is alive?