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1. Handling different materials
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2. Identifying materials without looking
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3. Describing different materials
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4. Describing different objects
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5. Grouping different materials
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6. Properties of materials
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7. Magnetic and non-magnetic objects
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8. Choosing materials for a purpose
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9. Testing fabrics and papers
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10. Waterproof materials
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11. Review
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