Year 6 · Science · Biological Sciences · Free Printable
Habitats and Physical Conditions Worksheet
Explore how physical conditions such as temperature, light and water affect living things in different habitats.
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Resource Details
- Year level: Year 6
- Subject: Science
- Focus: How changing physical conditions in habitats affect the growth and survival of living things.
- Resource type: Free printable worksheet/resource pack · PDF
- Curriculum: Australian Curriculum v9.0 · AC9S6U01
- Best for: Classroom lessons, homework, tutoring and homeschool practice
Quick Facts
- Primary learning: Science · Biological Sciences
- Year level: Year 6
- Focus: How physical conditions affect living things
- Includes: Activities + answer support
- Format: Colour PDF · Printable A4
- Best for: Classroom, homework, tutoring, homeschool
About this worksheet
This Year 6 Science worksheet helps students understand the relationship between living things and the physical conditions of their habitats. Students explore temperature, light, water and other factors that influence survival.
Learning Intention
Students will describe how physical conditions in a habitat affect the survival of living things.
Curriculum Alignment
Supports Year 6 Biological Sciences (AC9S6U01) and Science Inquiry Skills.
Aussie Primary Academy is an independent publisher and is not endorsed by ACARA.
Skills Practised
- Identifying physical conditions
- Linking conditions to survival
- Comparing different habitats
- Scientific observation and reasoning
Teacher / Parent Notes
Use as an introduction to habitats or as a follow-up after outdoor observations.
How to use this worksheet
- Whole class: Explicit teaching then independent work
- Small groups: Habitat comparison discussions
- Homework: Ideal for revision or extension
- Homeschool: Clear instructions for independent use
Differentiation
Support: Provide word banks and sentence starters.
Core: Complete all sections independently.
Extend: Research a local habitat and present how physical conditions affect two living things.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an answer key included?
Yes. Guidance and answer support are provided.
Can this be used for homework?
Yes. It works well as independent practice at home.
Is it suitable for homeschool?
Yes. Clear layout makes it easy for parents and tutors.