Paper

Key Notes :

What is Paper?

• Paper is a thin, flat material that is used for writing, drawing, printing, and packaging.
• It is commonly found in notebooks, books, newspapers, and art supplies.

How is Paper Made?

• Paper is usually made from trees. The wood is cut, shredded, and turned into a pulp.
• The pulp is cleaned, pressed, and dried to create sheets of paper.
• Recycling old paper can also be used to make new paper.

Uses of Paper

• Writing letters, stories, and notes.
• Drawing and painting in art class.
• Making crafts like paper airplanes, origami, and greeting cards.
• Wrapping gifts and making decorations.

Different Types of Paper

• Notebook paper: Used for writing.

• Construction paper: Used for crafts.

• Cardboard: Thicker paper used in boxes.

• Tissue paper: Soft paper used for wrapping and cleaning.

Importance of Saving Paper

• Paper comes from trees, so saving paper helps protect forests.
• We can reduce waste by reusing and recycling paper.
• Encourage using both sides of a sheet and recycling old newspapers or magazines.

Fun Facts

• The first paper was invented in China over 2,000 years ago.
• It takes about 17 trees to make 1 ton of paper.
• Origami is the art of folding paper into different shapes, like animals and flowers.

Activities to Learn More

• Create a paper collage using recycled scraps.
• Try making your own recycled paper at home or in class.
• Practice folding simple origami designs.

Let’s practice!🖊️