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Properties of Life

Grade 6Science45 min

Learning Objective

I can differentiate between living and non-living things based on their characteristics.

Lesson Flow

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8 min

Characteristics of Life

Amoeba Sisters

Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

“Explain why a car is considered non-living, even though it can move and use energy (fuel). A seed is dormant and shows no immediate signs of life. Describe two characteristics of life that would classify a seed as living. ”

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