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  • Use this interactive graphic organiser to consider whether something is living or non-living. Place each image where you think it belongs. This activity can be done individually, in pairs or as a whole class.

    Living or not?

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    Living

      Non-living

        Not sure

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                Rights: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato Published 11 August 2020, Updated 20 August 2020 Referencing Hub media

                Use this interactive graphic organiser to consider whether something is living or non-living.

                Place the image cards where you think they belong. You can move the image cards from one place to another, if you change your mind. Note: if the image card has not changed to a blue background, check it is fully within a box. When you are ready, click the Check answers button to check your ideas, then click the Reset incorrect button to try again

                Use the Download exercise button for a PDF of the diagram and cards.

                This interactive helps students explore their ideas about the characteristics of living things. Use the Living or non-living? activity for additional support in using this interactive.

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