organisms

Teaches children the differences between living and nonliving things in habitats around the world and explains how they can determine if something is living through a series of simple questions.

"Using a wide variety of . . . photographs, author Kevin Kurtz poses thought-provoking questions to help readers determine if things are living or nonliving"--Provided by publisher.

A book for middle school students about exploring field investigations through science research projects.

"Using a wide variety of stunning photographs, author Kevin Kurtz poses thought-provoking questions to help readers determine if things are living or nonliving. For example, if most (but not all) living things can move, can any nonliving things move? As part of the Compare and Contrast series, this is a unique look at determining whether something is living or nonliving."--Provided by publisher.

"Using a wide variety of stunning photographs, author Kevin Kurtz poses thought-provoking questions to help readers determine if things are living or nonliving. For example, if most (but not all) living things can move, can any nonliving things move? As part of the Compare and Contrast series, this is a unique look at determining whether something is living or nonliving."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the scientific history and future of living organisms. Includes teacher notes.

An introduction to organisms, covering what they are, what they need, how they shape Earth, and more.

"Simple text and colorful photos introduce readers to the difference between living and nonliving things"--.

The basics of feeding, respiration, waste, and reproduction, among other important activities that sustain living things, are explained in clear, simple language, with colorful photographs to illustrate them. Non-living things are defined and described, as well..

Presents a variety of infographics and charts detailing facts about the natural world, such as the cycle of growth in plants and animals and the classification system for the animal kingdom.