Living Things Move

key notes:

Definition of Movement:

• Movement refers to the ability of living things to change their position or location.
• All living things can move, but the way they move varies.

Movement in Animals:

Animals move to find food, escape danger, or find a place to live.

Examples of animal movement:

• Humans walk, run, or jump.

• Birds fly.

• Fish swim.

Cows walk or run.

Animals move using different parts of their bodies, such as legs, fins, or wings.

Movement in Plants:

• Plants do not move from place to place, but parts of plants move.
• Roots grow downward into the soil in search of water.
• Stems and leaves can bend or move towards light (phototropism).
• Flowers may open and close, and some plants, like the Venus flytrap, move to catch food.

Why Do Living Things Move?:

• Animals move to get food, shelter, and to reproduce.
• Plants move in response to light, water, and other environmental factors to survive.

Different Types of Movement:

• Locomotion: Movement from one place to another (e.g., walking, swimming, flying).
• Growth Movement: Movement that occurs as the living thing grows (e.g., plants growing towards light).

Importance of Movement:

• Movement helps living things find food, escape predators, and adapt to their environment.
• It also helps plants get sunlight for photosynthesis and water from the soil.

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