What group names might the following be
classified as:
a) Bird, mouse, kangaroo
b) Rose, dandelion, sunflower
c) Shark, pike, minnow
d) frog, salamander, newt
Lesson objective questions
What characteristics do living organisms share? Are there exceptions
Why do scientists classify living organisms?
Can you give the major taxonomic groups?
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The 7 signs of life
MRS GREN
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Lesson 1- Classification
With your partner, use the cards to sort the organisms into groups. You
must be able to justify your groupings.
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© Boardworks Ltd 2003
Lesson 1- Classification
With your partner, use the cards to sort the organisms into groups. You
must be able to justify your groupings.
© Boardworks Ltd 2003
© Boardworks Ltd 2003