Classifying Living Things

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📚 Part 1: Quick Check

WALT: Classify organisms into groups based on shared characteristics.

Success criteria: I can name at least five organisms, sort them into groups, and explain one reason for a grouping.

1. Which feature is typical of mammals?

Feathers

Scales

Produces spores

2. A kiwi is a New Zealand native. Which group is it in?

Mammal

Reptile

Insect

3. Check all that apply: Which are common characteristics of plants?

Make their own food (photosynthesis)

Move from place to place

Breathe through gills

4. Which is NOT usually useful for grouping organisms?

Number of legs

Type of body covering (fur, feathers, scales)

Method of reproduction

5. Match each organism (left) to the correct group (right). Draw lines in the middle.

1. Kiwi

2. Oak tree

3. Gecko

4. Bee

5. Dolphin

A. Mammal

B. Bird

C. Plant

D. Insect

E. Reptile

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Activity

6. List three observable features you could use to sort animals into groups (e.g., fur, number of legs):

7. Use the box below to draw a simple classification chart for five organisms (use ones from question 5). Show at least two groups and label them.

8. Extension (advanced learners): Choose one organism not on this sheet. Name its group and write one reason why it belongs there.

Differentiation: For learners who need support, sort with picture cards or work with a partner. For extension, research an unusual organism and explain its classification.

Classifying Living Things

Classifying Living Things

📚 Part 1: Quick Check

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Activity

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