Class 1 Science: Living & Non-Living Things

How this worksheet helps your child

• Builds confidence in core Science concepts taught in Class 1 through repeated, varied practice.
• Aligned to CBSE and NCERT — questions mirror the pattern children see in school tests and unit assessments.
• Comes with an answer key so parents and students can self-check in minutes, without needing a teacher.
• Pitched at medium level — use it for daily homework, weekend revision or quick exam warm-ups.

About this worksheet

Discover the exciting world around us with our 'Living & Non-Living Things' practice worksheet, specially designed for Class 1 Science students following the CBSE curriculum. This engaging resource helps young learners understand the fundamental differences between living and non-living objects they encounter every day. At this foundational stage, grasping characteristics like growth, movement, and the need for food is crucial for developing a scientific understanding of their environment. This worksheet is perfect for parents looking for supplementary materials to reinforce classroom learning at home, or for teachers seeking a clear, practice-oriented activity for their students. It aligns perfectly with NCERT guidelines, ensuring your child builds a strong base in science concepts in an easy-to-understand manner.

What your child will learn

• Identify common living and non-living things in their surroundings.
• Differentiate between living and non-living things based on key characteristics.
• Recognise that living things grow, move, breathe, and need food and water.
• Understand that non-living things do not exhibit these characteristics.
• Apply their knowledge to categorise various objects correctly.

Understanding the concept

Our world is full of different things, and we can broadly divide them into two main groups: living things and non-living things. Living things are those that have life. They grow bigger over time, just like a small plant grows into a large tree, or a baby grows into an adult. Living things can move on their own, whether it's a bird flying, a dog running, or a person walking. They also need food and water to get energy and stay alive, and they breathe air. Animals, plants, and humans are all examples of living things. Non-living things, on the other hand, do not have life. They don't grow, move on their own, eat food, or breathe. A chair, a book, a stone, or a toy car are all examples of non-living things. Even if you push a toy car and it moves, it cannot move by itself. Understanding these basic differences helps children observe their environment more carefully and build a strong foundation for future science learning.

Tips for parents & teachers

• Encourage your child to point out living and non-living things around the house or during a walk.
• Ask open-ended questions like 'Why do you think a plant is living?' to deepen understanding.
• Use real-world examples to discuss characteristics, such as comparing a pet to a toy.
• Review the completed worksheet together, discussing any incorrect answers in a positive way.
• Create a fun game where your child sorts household items into 'living' and 'non-living' categories.

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How to use this worksheet at home

Open the print view and use your browser's Print dialog to print on regular A4 paper or save as a PDF. Hand the printed sheet to your child (Class 1) and set a relaxed time limit — 15 to 25 minutes works for most Science worksheets. When they're done, open the "With answer key" view and let them self-mark question by question. Re-print as many times as you need; the file never expires and there's no download limit.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Science worksheet really free?

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Is it aligned to the CBSE / NCERT syllabus?

Yes. All Class 1 worksheets are built around the CBSE and NCERT pattern so they map cleanly to what your child is studying in school.

Can I print this worksheet at home?

Yes. Click "Open print view" and use your browser's Print dialog to print on standard A4 paper, or save it as a PDF for later. The layout is designed to fit cleanly without scaling.

Does it include an answer key?

Yes — click "With answer key" to print a version with answers included, so parents and students can self-mark in minutes.