Oscar and the Snail: A Book About Things That We Use

Oscar and the Snail: A Book About Things That We Use

by Geoff Waring (Author)

Synopsis

This title offers a lively introduction to the Key Stage 1 Science topic of materials and their properties. Oscar is a curious kitten and when he finds a nest in the garden made of twigs and moss, he is full of questions about the things that we use. Luckily, Snail is nearby and together they discuss why we choose different materials to do different jobs, where materials come from and the different properties they have.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Publisher: Walker
Published: 06 Oct 2008

ISBN 10: 1406307041
ISBN 13: 9781406307047
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years

Media Reviews
* Geoff Waring's beautiful picture book [gives] enough information to satisfy a thirst for information within pictures that are full of the wonder that lies behind the science. The Guardian on Oscar and the Moth
Author Bio
Geoff Waring is Creative Director for the magazine Easy Living, and has previously worked for VGlamour, Vogue and Elle. Recently moving into children's books, he is the illustrator of Black Meets White (9780744593990) written by Justine Fontes and the Oscar series, which was inspired by his cat of the same name. Geoff lives in Kent.