materials science

Readers will learn about how chemists study the building blocks of our world, and how materials can be changed by applying different chemical and physical reactions.

"Some objects must be made of certain kinds of materials to make them work the way they should. Read about how the properties of different materials, such as their hardness or weight, help make an object fit the job it is made for"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will learn about the basic properties of several types of materials, from wood to plastic.

"Everything around us is made of materials. Discover how materials are chosen to make everything from raincoats to skyscrapers to sticky notes and bulletproof vests. Learn about melting, evaporating, mixing, and chemical reactions, and then carry out your own easy-to-do experiments with solids, liquids, and gases"--Back cover.

Which materials can be twisted? What can we make with those materials? Real world examples and practical projects help young readers discover material properties.

Which materials can be stretched? What can we make with those materials? Real world examples and practical projects help young readers discover material properties.

Which materials bend? What can we make with those materials? Real world examples and practical projects help young readers discover material properties.

"Could window panes be made out of wood? Or a shirt out of glass? Go on a treasure hunt with Ms. Sampson's class as they identify different kinds of materials and learn about their properties."--Publisher.

"You might be surprised at the huge variety of materials we use every day, in the places we live, the vehicles we use, the clothes we wear, and in preparing the food we eat. This book explores how materials engineers research, design, and develop the materials needed to make these products a reality. Readers will also learn how to combine their understanding of materials science and the engineering design process to tackle a design challenge of their own."--Provided by publisher.