The 5 kingdoms classify all living organisms into groups based on their structure, how they live, and how they get energy.

1. Monera

• Who are they? Bacteria.

• Traits:

  • Very tiny, single-celled organisms.

  • No nucleus; their DNA floats freely inside the cell.

  • They can live almost anywhere, like in soil, water, or even inside your body.

• Examples: E. coli, the bacteria in your gut.

2. Protista

• Who are they? Single-celled organisms like amoebas and algae.

• Traits:

  • They are larger than bacteria and have a nucleus (the brain of the cell).

  • They live in water or damp places.

  • Some make their own food, and others eat tiny particles.

• Examples: Paramecium, giant kelp (a big algae).

3. Fungi

• Who are they? Molds, mushrooms, and yeast.

• Traits:

  • Cannot make their own food like plants.

  • They absorb nutrients from decaying plants, animals, or other organic matter.

  • Usually grow in damp, dark places.

• Examples: Bread mold, mushrooms.

4. Plants

• Who are they? Trees, flowers, and grass.

• Traits:

  • They are multicellular and have a green pigment called chlorophyll.

  • Use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to make their own food through photosynthesis.

  • They cannot move around like animals.

• Examples: Oak tree, sunflower.

5. Animals

• Who are they? Humans, insects, birds, and more.

• Traits:

  • Multicellular and eat food for energy.

  • Most can move to hunt, escape, or interact with their environment.

  • They rely on plants or other animals for survival.

• Examples: Lion, butterfly, human.

Why is this important ?This classification helps scientists understand how living things are related and how they survive in the world!