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014640
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pGreen Spine
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How we use
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‘How We Use Cotton’ will give you answers to these and many other questions: Where does cotton come from? How can you recycle cotton? Why don’t we use cotton to make warm clothes?
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Cotton and its properties
Where is cotton from?
Preparing cotton
Cotton yarn
Cotton fabrics
Cotton colors
Cotton clothes
More cotton fabrics
Making cotton fabrics
Cotton padding
Disposable cotton
Cotton and the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
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1410909921 Pb.
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| Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
| 014380 | 677.21/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014645
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Glass
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pBlue Spine
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How we use
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‘How We Use Glass’ will give you answers to these and many other questions: How do we make glass? What sort of glass do we use to send emails? Why don’t we make buildings out of glass?
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Glass and its properties
Where does glass come from?
Glass windows
Glass in buildings
Glass colors and patterns
Glass and heat
Glass containers
Tough glass
Glass mirrors
Glass lenses
Glass fibers
Optical fibers
Glass in the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
Index
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141090993X Pb.
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| Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
| 014383 | 666.1/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014638
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Metal
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2005.
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32pPurple Spine
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How we use
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How do people use metal in their everyday lives? What are some of the most common uses? Find out in this title that explains the various applications of metal as a starting point for learning about its properties.
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Metals and Their Properties
Where do Metals come from?
Metals in machines
Metals in the Home
Metals for Building
Shaping Metals
Metals for Electricity
Metals for Magnets
Metals and Heat
Mixing Metals
Metals, Water, and Air
Metals for decoration
Metals and the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
Glossary
Index
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1410908933 Pb.
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| 014379 | 620.16/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014636
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Oil
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pPurple Spine
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How we use
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‘How We Use Oil’ will give you answers to these and many other questions: Which plants produce oil that we use for cooking? How can we get fabric form oil? Why don’t we use gasoline as a fuel for barbecues?
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Oil and its properties
Where does oil comes from?
Oil refining
Oil for fuel
Trucks, ships, and planes
Oil for lubrication
Chemicals from oil
Waxes and bitumen
Gases from oil
Natural gas
Oil from plants
Oil and the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
Index
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1410909948 Pb.
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| 014378 | 665.5/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014633
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Paper
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2005.
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32pOrange Spine
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How we use
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This title examines the various applications of paper as a starting point for learning about its various properties.
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Paper and Its Properties
What is Paper made from?
Paper for Writing and Books
Paper for News
Folding and cutting paper
Tough Paper
Paper Colors
Paper Decoration
Cardboard
Boxes and Packaging
Waterproof Paper
Tissue Paper
Paper and the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
Glossary
Index
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1410908941 Pb.
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| 014377 | 676/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
014804
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pGreen Spine
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How we use
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This book tells you all about plastic. It explains what plastic is and how it is used in the modern world. It also tells you about the problems it can cause. You will learn and find out about the various features of plastic.
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Plastic and its properties
Where does plastic come from?
Plastic parts
Plastic containers
Plastics in buildings
Plastic fibers and fabrics
Plastics for protection
Expanded plastics
Plastics, heat, and electricity
Plastics for packaging
Rubbery plastics
Plastic sheets
High-tech plastics
Plastic and the environment
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1410909956 Pb.
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| Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
| 014543 | 668.4/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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014653
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Rock
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pPeach Spine
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How we use
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This title focuses on the uses of a rocks, their applications, properties and why they are selected for particular roles.
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Rocks and its properties
Where does rock come from?
Rocks for walls
Rock for roads
Rock surfaces
Using rough and smooth rocks
Rock for decoration
Heavy rocks
Sand and glass
Rocks and ceramics
Precious stones
Chemicals and minerals
Rock and the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
Index
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1410909964 Pb.
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| Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
| 014386 | 552/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
014644
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pYellow Spine
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How we use
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Find out more about rubber, why rubber is used in different objects, what properties make it the best material to use and answers to many more questions.
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Where does rubber come from?
Synthetic Rubber
Working with Rubber
Stretchy rubber
Shock Stopping Rubber
Rubber for friction
Rubber Tires
Tough Rubber
Waterproof Rubber
Sealing with Rubber
Sponge and Foam Rubber
Rubber and the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
Glossary
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141090895X Pb.
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| Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
| 014382 | 620.194/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
014648
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Silk
/ Ballard, Carol
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pGreen Spine
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How we use
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This title explains where silk comes from and whether they are natural or man-made; and also promotes discussion regarding the sustainability of the material and the environmental consequences.
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What is Silk?
Where Does Silk Come from?
Processing Silk
Silk in History
Using Silk Thread
Making Silk Cloth
Colored Silk
Silk for Clothes
Silk for Warmth
Silk Screen Painting
Other Uses of Silk
Silk and the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
Glossary
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1410908968 Pb.
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| 014384 | 677.39/BAL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
014655
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Soil
/ Ballard, Carol
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2005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2005.
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32pYellow Spine
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How we use
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Soil is an important part of agriculture, but what other uses does it have for our world? Find out as you read about some of the applications soil is used for.
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Soil and its properties
What is soil made from?
The look and feel of soil
Soil and drainage
Soil for growing
How plants use soil
Soil for farming
Things that live in soil
Soil for rotting
Soil for building
Moving soil
Changing soil
Soil and the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
Index
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1410908976 Pb.
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| 014387 | 577.57/BAL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
014650
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Water
/ Ballard, Carol
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2005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2005.
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32pLight Blue Spine
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How we use
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Water covers most of the Earth's surface? But besides drinking it, what are some of the other uses for water on our planet? Find out as you read about some of the applications of water.
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Water and Its Properties
Where Does Water Come from?
The Water Cycle
Water for Drinking
Water for Washing
Water for Playing
Water for Growing
Moving water
Water for Energy
Water for Transportation
Water for Cooling
Things that live in water
Water for the Environment
Find Out for Yourself
Glossary
Index
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1410908984 Pb.
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| 014385 | 553.7/BAL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
014642
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Wood
/ Oxlade, Chris
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2004
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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32pBrown Spine
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How we use
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Find out more about wood, where is it used through the day, what properties make it suitable and answers to many more such questions.
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Wood and its properties
Where does wood come from?
Wood for fuel
Wood for building
Wooden furniture
Wood for decoration
Wood for boards
Wood for paper
Wood for boats
Preserving wood
Weaving wood
Wood for objects
Wood and the environment
Find out for yourself
Glossary
Index
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| Standard Number |
1410909972 Pb.
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| Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
| 014381 | 620.12/OXL | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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