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Grade 7, Science Std #: 1 Describe characteristics common to living things, including growth and development, reproduction, cellular organization, use of energy, exchange of gases, and response to the environment.

Lesson Plans: Science Ma Te Reference Curriculum Life Cycle Students can compare living and non-living things at this site which contains pictures, lesson plans, and a dictionary. The Characteristics of Living Things Students will identify characteristics of living things using the method of observation, use recall to place visual data in proper order, transfer common names to scientific names, retain the structure of organisms through role play, and observe an exhibit using the overhead projector and explain on paper what they observed using the scientific process. Determining the Characteristics of Living Things - LAB Students will determine the characteristics of living things through an online lab project. What is Life? Students will investigate objects and discuss whether they are alive or not alive. Students are challenged to provide evidence for their decision and defend their opinion. The Tree of Life Students use the Internet to understand how organisms are linked and classified.

Resources: Classification of Living Things: Kingdom to Subphylum Great resource for understanding classification Open Door Web Site This is a reference site designed for students and teachers! Learn about the 7 characteristics of living things. Open Door Web Site Take the living and non-living things quiz. Smallest Thing What's the world's smallest living creature? It depends on what you mean by "living."
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