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What the question means: When we ask "What is it made of?" we want to know the materials or things used to make something. For example:

  • A teddy bear is made of fabric and stuffing.
  • A cup might be made of plastic or glass.
  • A wooden spoon is made of wood.

Quick steps to find out:

  1. Look at the object: Does it look like wood, metal, plastic, or cloth?
  2. Touch it carefully: Is it soft, hard, warm, or cold?
  3. Ask a grown-up or the person who made it: use one of the questions below.

Five kid-friendly ways to say "What is it made of?":

  • What is this made from?
  • What is this made out of?
  • What is this made with?
  • What are the parts of this?
  • Can you tell me what this is made of?

Pick any of these and say it with a smile — people will understand you and help you learn what things are made of!


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