Over time paper mills faced shortages of rags, so people turned to a cheaper and more abundant material — wood. The first U.S. newspaper printed on paper made from trees was an edition of the ...

Ancient Egyptians made an early version of plant-based paper using papyrus — which is where the word "paper" comes from. They removed fibers from the stem of the papyrus plant (Cyperus papyrus ...

Two children meet animated character Curious Cat, who asks them if they would like to find out how paper is made. Suitable for Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2 and Early First Level and Second Level ...

KALAMAZOO, MI -- A research team at Western Michigan University is aiming to change how paper is made. The team has received a $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, with the goal ...