Introduce early science concepts with this Living & Non-Living Sorting Board—a hands-on activity designed to help young learners understand the difference between living and non-living things through visual classification.

Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, special education, and homeschool science lessons, this engaging activity strengthens critical thinking, categorization skills, and vocabulary development.

What’s Included:

• 1 Living & Non-Living Sorting Board (8.5" x 11")
• 16 Picture Sorting Cards (1.5" x 1.5")

Skills Targeted:

• Understanding basic science concepts
• Categorization and sorting
• Vocabulary building
• Visual discrimination
• Critical thinking

Use Suggestions:

• Laminate and add velcro for reusable center work
• Use as a cut-and-paste activity for independent science practice
• Ideal for whole group lessons, science centers, or one-on-one instruction

This simple yet effective activity offers a clear, visual way to teach young learners the foundational concept of what makes something living or non-living—while building confidence and independence in science classification.

Living or Nonliving Task Cards

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