Types of materials
Wood | ![]() |
Wood is a natural material which comes from trees and is used to make objects like furniture.
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Paper | ![]() |
Paper is made from: wood, water and chemicals. It is used to make books and magazines.
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Metal | ![]() |
Metal is a strong material which is usually magnetic and able to conduct electricity. It is used to make objects like: drink cans, knives and cars.
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Glass | ![]() |
Glass is made by heating sand and chemicals together. It is usually transparent and is used to make bottles and windows.
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Plastic | ![]() |
Plastic is a man-made material used to make many things like toys and waterproof clothes.
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Wool | ![]() |
Wool comes from sheep and is used to make clothes.
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Clay | ![]() |
Clay is taken from the ground and goes very hard when heated in a kiln or oven. It is used to make bricks.
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