How We Use Oil

by Chris Oxlade

Published 29 March 2004
Designed for young independent readers of between 6 and 8, "Perspectives" combines core non-fiction features with an emphasis on research skills with visual design. "Using Materials" focuses on the uses of a wide range of different materials, their applications, properties and why certain materials are selected for particular roles. Images help pupils to see these materials' uses, from the everyday to the unusual. The books explain where the materials come from and whether they are natural or man-made. They promote discussion regarding the sustainability of materials and the environmental impact.

How We Use Cotton

by Chris Oxlade

Published 29 March 2004
Designed for young independent readers of between 6 and 8, "Perspectives" combines core non-fiction features with an emphasis on research skills with visual design. "Using Materials" focuses on the uses of a wide range of different materials, their applications, properties and why certain materials are selected for particular roles. Images help pupils to see these materials' uses, from the everyday to the unusual. The books explain where the materials come from and whether they are natural or man-made. They promote discussion regarding the sustainability of materials and the environmental impact.

How We Use Coal

by Chris Oxlade

Published 29 March 2004
Designed for young independent readers of between 6 and 8, "Perspectives" combines core non-fiction features with an emphasis on research skills with visual design. "Using Materials" focuses on the uses of a wide range of different materials, their applications, properties and why certain materials are selected for particular roles. Images help pupils to see these materials' uses, from the everyday to the unusual. The books explain where the materials come from and whether they are natural or man-made. They promote discussion regarding the sustainability of materials and the environmental impact.

Using Materials

by Oxlade Chris and Chris Oxlade

Published 1 January 2004

How We Use Metals

by Chris Oxlade

Published 1 October 2004
This series focuses on uses of a wide range of materials and how their properties make them suitable for these uses. It also looks at what the materials should not be used for, reinforcing understanding of their properties.

How We Use Paper

by Chris Oxlade

Published 30 September 2004
Designed for young independent readers of between 6 and 8, "Perspectives" combines core non-fiction features with an emphasis on research skills with visual design. "Using Materials" focuses on the uses of a wide range of different materials, their applications, properties and why certain materials are selected for particular roles. Images help pupils to see these materials' uses, from the everyday to the unusual. The books explain where the materials come from and whether they are natural or man-made. They promote discussion regarding the sustainability of materials and the environmental impact.

How We Use Rocks

by Chris Oxlade

Published 22 March 2005
This series focuses on uses of a wide range of materials and how their properties make them suitable for these uses. It also looks at what the materials should not be used for, reinforcing understanding of their properties.

How We Use Wool

by Chris Oxlade

Published 29 March 2004
Designed for young independent readers of between 6 and 8, "Perspectives" combines core non-fiction features with an emphasis on research skills with visual design. "Using Materials" focuses on the uses of a wide range of different materials, their applications, properties and why certain materials are selected for particular roles. Images help pupils to see these materials' uses, from the everyday to the unusual. The books explain where the materials come from and whether they are natural or man-made. They promote discussion regarding the sustainability of materials and the environmental impact.