Living Things-Grade 1 Science & Nature Worksheets

☀️ Living Things: Grade 1 Science & Nature Worksheets (42 printable pages)

Spark curiosity and build early science foundations with “Living Things”! Specially made for Grade 1 scientists, this comprehensive packet contains 42 original printable worksheets designed to help children explore the natural world through hands-on activities, observation, and problem-solving.

Aligned with the Grade 1 Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Life Science, this packet bridges core concepts with engaging, child-friendly exercises that encourage young learners to look, wonder, and discover.

What’s Included in the Packet

• 42 Original Worksheets: A rich variety of activities covering living vs. non-living, plant and animal parts, life cycles, habitats, and more.

• Core Topics Covered:

  • Living and non-living characteristics and basic needs

  • Plant parts, plant needs, and plant life cycles (seed, sprout, young plant, flower)

  • Animal parts, body coverings, how animals move and eat, animal homes, and animal groups (mammals, birds, fish, insects)

  • Parents and babies, heredity, and how parents help their offspring

  • Life cycles of a butterfly, frog, and chicken

  • The five senses, staying safe, habitats, and caring for nature

• Interactive Formats: Children sort, match, label diagrams, circle, observe, and draw just like real scientists.

• Bonus Certificate: A customizable Certificate of Completion to celebrate every child’s success!

Standards Alignment & Pedagogical Value

Designed to support classroom and at-home learning, each worksheet clearly displays its alignment to Grade 1 NGSS Life Science Standards:

• 1-LS1-1: External parts help survival (plant and animal structures).

• 1-LS1-2: How parents help offspring survive.

• 1-LS3-1: Young are like their parents (heredity and traits).

Why Parents & Teachers Love It

• Encourages Hands-On Exploration: Promotes outdoor observation, planting seeds, and talking about nature.

• Flexible Learning Pace: Perfect for classroom centers, homeschooling, science journals, or summer review.

• Zero Prep Required: Instantly ready-to-print PDF format designed to follow a child’s natural curiosity.