Threads S.
4 total works
A series which encourages readers to take a closer look at some of the products which they see and use every day, by making collections, observations, and trying simple activities. How does a woollen jumper keep you warm? Where does angora wool come from? This book tells you how the wool from a sheep is made into a jumper. It explains how to tell the difference between wool and man-made fibres and has lots of ideas for things to do, including weaving and dyeing wool.
A series which encourages readers to take a closer look at some of the products which they see and use every day, by making collections, observations, and trying simple activities. A short section in each book describes how the product is made in the factory or on the farm, relating the manufacturing process to the children's own investigation. Each book uses simple language throughout and is illustrated with colour photographs. In this book some of the different varieties of paper are examined, showing how each kind is suited for the job it has to do. It explains how paper is made in a modern factory and shows children how to make and decorate their own paper.
Explains how clay is dug from the ground and used to make many things from drain pipes to china ornaments.
A series which encourages readers to take a closer look at some of the products which they see and use every day, by making collections, observations, and trying simple activities. A short section in each book describes how the product is made in the factory or on the farm, relating the manufacturing process to the children's own investigation. Each book uses simple language throughout and is illustrated with colour photographs. In this book some of the different varieties of milk are examined, showing where our milk comes from and how it gets to us, and how children can make some simple milk products for themselves.