The nine features of life: cells, evolution, movement, metabolism, homeostasis, reproduction, response/sensation, growth and development, and complex carbon-based compounds are presented using clear explanations, spaces for examples, and a review at the end. The sheets could be assigned to students to research or use thir textbooks. The teacher could use this as an introduction, review, or outline of a lesson, elaborating as desired. The accompanying PowerPoint presentation is available in th