Discover the intriguing world of materials with 'What Is It?', an engaging question and answer book designed to enhance children's knowledge of everyday objects. This captivating read features 20 pages packed with essential information about the characteristics of various materials, including glass, plastic, steel, and wood. Perfect for young learners, 'What Is It?' invites readers to explore how these materials are used, fostering curiosity and critical thinking skills. Part of the WorldWise literacy program, this book seamlessly blends literacy with science, making it an ideal resource for STEM education. Children will not only develop reading strategies but also gain insights into the natural world and the substances that surround them. 'What Is It?' encourages inquiry and nurtures a love for learning through its interactive approach. The condition is brand new, and it is published by ECPP, accompanied by lesson plans that make it easy for educators to integrate into their teaching. With free shipping from our Auckland warehouse, you can expect swift delivery—no unexpected import charges or custom duties. Order 'What Is It?' today and inspire the next generation of young scientists and readers!

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760868536
Year: 2019
Publisher: ECPP
Pages: 20


Description:
Title Information:­ What Is it?: What Is It? is a question and answer book that describes the characteristics of materials used to make everyday objects and asks the reader to determine what that material is. It then explores how these characteristics relate to the specific ways in which each material is used.Content vocabulary:hemicals, flexible, glass, iron ore, magnets, materials, moulds, paper, plastic, pulp, rice paper, rust, steel, steel wool, threads, wood chipsKey concepts: All materials are made from substances found in the natural world.  Materials have characteristics that relate to the way they are used.Reading Strategies: Making connectionsRelated resource:Lesson Plan - What Is it?Series Information: WorldWise is a high-interest literacy program that encourages inquiry and questioning while extending knowledge in science and a range of STEM topics linked to the curriculum. This engaging program teaches reading strategies simultaneously with natural, earth and physical science concepts – reflecting the diversity of the world students live in.Students will develop strategies and skills to read informative texts across a range of text types while they learn to become informative text writers. With an assortment of text types on offer, themes and concepts are introduced and revisited across the reading stages, building on initial concepts with increasing complexity.WorldWise Lesson Plans support each Student Book, offering practical, systematic and easy-to-implement instructions. These visually appealing resources integrate oral language, vocabulary development, fluency and comprehension, writing and phon