Traits of Life Frieze

This Traits of Life Frieze helps children explore what it truly means to be alive. A great supplement to the Living vs Non-living lesson, this material supports children’s understanding of the characteristics of living things.

This PDF contains photographs and simple, child-friendly information about the traits of life including movement, respiration, sensitivity, growth, reproduction, excretion, and nutrition. It can be printed and assembled as a frieze, or as a set of double-sided description cards.

Perfect for Montessori classrooms or nature-inspired learning spaces in South Africa, this beautiful material encourages wonder, observation, and respect for the living world.