Clay

Have you ever played with clay before? It's like a soft, squishy mud that you can mold into different shapes and create things with.

Clay comes from the ground and is made up of tiny particles of rock and mineral. When it gets wet, it becomes very sticky and can be molded into any shape you want. When it dries, it becomes hard and keeps its shape.

People have been using clay for thousands of years to create all sorts of things like pottery, sculptures, and even bricks to build houses with. It's a really versatile material that can be used for a lot of different things.

One important thing to remember about clay is that not all clay is the same. There are different types of clay that can be found in different parts of the world, and each one has its own unique properties. Some types of clay are great for making pottery, while others are better for building materials like bricks.

So, the next time you play with clay, remember that it's a special material that comes from the ground and can be used to create all sorts of amazing things.