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Sorting animals

In this lesson you will find out how we can sort
living things into groups. Key words

feature
group
Scientists have sorted animals into groups. This

makes it easier to learn about them. skeleton
vertebrate/
To do this, scientists study different features. They invertebrate

study what the animals look like. They also look

at where the animals live, what they eat and how
they move.

parrot rabbit eagle

camel chicken

Work with your science partner to discuss

these animals.

Can you sort them into two groups?

Is it possible to make equal groups? Why?

List the features you used to sort them.
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■ For more activities, go to Workbook 1 page 14.