Materials

Learn about the different materials that are found in the world, from materials in the ground, to plant materials, to man-made materials. Find out how we use materials on a daily basis. The topic of materials is approached in a simple and clear way. The concepts are complemented by new artwork and specially-commissioned photography featuring children. Each step-by-step experiment has been tri…

Metal

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9781599200033

Collation

30 pages : illustration ; 27 cm

Series Title

How We Use Materials

Call Number

620.1 STO

Plastic

Why do we use plastic to make umbrellas? This series introduces different materials, looking at where they come from and what they are used for.

Wood

These colorful books introduce young readers to the materials that we use every day. From cotton to glass and metal to wood, each book presents common resources through simple text accompanied by key words, a glossary, and an index to help develop early research skills.

Matter and materials : fun experiments with everyday materials

These giant books containing exciting projects and experiments take a hands-on approach to science concepts. Hundreds of simple and easy experiments explore the various scientific principles behind natural phenomena like friction, centrifugal force, and the underlying laws of physics that help make machines work. These fun yet practical experiments make it easy for anyone to become a rocket sci…

Rocks and stones

Describes the different ways humans use rocks and stones in everyday life and discusses the ways they are retrieved from the earth for these uses.

Materials

This popular series introduces simple science topics using everyday situations and objects that readers can recognize in the world around them. Activities and questions are presented to encourage active thinking about the concepts. The new edition features updated text and photographs and more captions and labels to support the presentation of key ideas.

How we use plants for shelter

Plants are made into materials used to build both the exterior and interior of different kinds of shelters. Some of these materials are wood, timber, straw, and bamboo; and paint, flooring and walls. Readers also learn how to build a model hut!

Is it smooth or rough?

Discusses the properties of matter pertaining to whether an object is smooth or rough, defining both words and using examples to illustrate the differences. Why is your desk smooth? Why is sandpaper rough? What is friction? This engaging title invites curious readers to discover the answers to these questions. Vibrant photographs and accessible text encourage readers to investigate how smooth a…

Materials

Our everyday lives are filled with exciting materials. In this introduction to physical science, young readers will explore common materials, such as wood, paper, stone, and more. Children will discover the source of materials, while exploring their common characteristics and uses. Accessible scientific language explains basic concepts, as a series of simple questions encourage children to find…