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Description
The simple text in this book presents a description of how sand is turned into glass.
Quick Summary
Ever wonder what happens when you dump a bunch of sand into a super-hot furnace? This little book shows kids exactly how sand transforms into the glass we use every day, and it's pretty mind-blowing for little ones who haven't thought much about where things come from. The simple text makes it perfect for early readers or as a quick bedtime read that actually teaches something, and the whole thing can be finished in just a few minutes. If your kid is curious about how stuff is made like if they loved watching things get melted down or they're always asking "how does that work?" they'll get a kick out of this one. Parents will appreciate that it sneaks in a little science without feeling like a lesson, and the pictures do a lot of the heavy lifting to keep things moving. It's a great stepping stone before diving into longer nonfiction, and it's the kind of book teachers love pulling out when they're doing units on materials or manufacturing. If your young reader enjoyed "From Raindrop to Tap" or other simple process books, this one fits right in and might just inspire a trip to a glass-blowing studio.