Learning objectives:
a. Identify and classify objects as living or non-living.
b. Recognize the basic characteristics of living things such as movement, growth, reproduction, and need for food and water.
c. Develop critical thinking and observation skills in distinguishing between living and non-living things.

Target Grade Level / Learners:
Grade 3 – Grade 4 Elementary Learners

Game Type:
Quiz

Context or Local Application:
This game helps learners relate science concepts to their everyday environment by identifying living and non-living things found in their homes, schools, and surroundings.

Brief Mechanics:
1. The teacher reads 30 statements about living and non-living things.
2. Each student answers “YES” if the statement describes a living thing and “NO” if it describes a non-living thing.
3. Students may answer individually or in groups.
4. Each correct answer earns 1 point.
The student or group with the highest score wins the “Science Smart Award.”