Fun and Educational Printable Worksheets for 5-6 Year Olds: Science, Plants, Animals, and Categorization Skills

Explore a variety of printable worksheets designed for 5-6-year-olds at Kids Academy. Our science section focuses on plants and animals, offering engaging activities that foster categorization skills. These resources help young learners distinguish between different species, understand their characteristics, and develop critical thinking. Each worksheet combines fun illustrations with educational content, ensuring children stay motivated and excited about learning. Perfect for both classroom and home use, our materials support foundational knowledge in science while enhancing essential skills. Visit us today to discover effective tools to spark curiosity and promote a love for nature in your child!


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Sorting Animals in 3 Groups Worksheet
Sorting Animals in 3 Groups Worksheet

Sorting Animals in 3 Groups Worksheet

Let your kids practice and build skills for future Venn Diagrams with this PDF worksheet. They'll trace lines to match and group animals, and learn the differences and similarities of animals by categorizing with pictures and words. Plus, it's a great way to develop fine motor skills.
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Bug Hunt: Insect or Not
Bug Hunt: Insect or Not

Insect or Not? Worksheet

Try the “Bug Hunt: Insect or Not?” worksheet today!
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Living and Non-living Worksheet
Living and Non-living Worksheet

Identifying Living or Non–living Worksheet

Help your child learn to sort and categorize in a new way! Teach them to classify things as living or non-living using this worksheet. It's the perfect way to build their scientific understanding, and to have some learning fun! Print this worksheet and watch them discover the world of science!
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Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet
Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet

Animals and Non-Living Things Worksheet

People and animals both require more than food to survive. We need shelter, clothing and water, while animals use non-living things like rocks and trees. Ask your kids what else is necessary to survive - then have them identify the objects in the worksheet and circle the examples of animals using non-living things.
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