Human Traits: Inherited or Acquired?

Can you identify the difference between inherited and acquired traits? In this comparative life-science worksheet, young biologists in the third, fourth, or fifth grade will use provided definitions and examples to correctly identify and classify each listed human trait as either inherited or acquired.

This sorting worksheet encourages students to think critically about how different traits present themselves in humans. Furthermore, this worksheet also strengthens biology vocabulary and helps students make real-life connections to themselves, animals, and the world around them.

Looking for more resources to learn about traits? Inherited Traits: Animals and Inherited Traits: Plants are here to expand student’s biology knowledge!