Architecture - Kids

"All About Great Wall of China: A Kid's Guide to the Longest Structure Ever Built" takes young readers on an exciting journey through one of the most incredible wonders of the world. Packed with fascinating facts and fun stories, this book explores the origins,...

Join the Cartwright family in the 1880's as they move to Terrell, Texas, build a house, and problem-solve one of the greatest challenges of the age--staying cool in the summer heat! This story is a fictionalized version of true events; the house remains standing...

Singapore has been ruled by many different empires during its history! Beginning readers can learn how the city-state changed over the years through narrative text and vibrant illustrations in this fact-filled title. Special features help readers engage with the text, while a map and...

Paris grew from a fishing village on an island to become a city known for art, fashion, and education. In this beginning title, curious readers can follow the city's transformation with narrative text and colorful illustrations. Mission goals prepare readers for what's ahead, while...

"All About Burj Khalifa: A Kid's Guide to the World's Tallest Building" is a fun and fascinating journey into the world of the Burj Khalifa, perfect for kids aged 9 to 12. Packed with exciting facts, behind-the-scenes stories, and eye-popping details, this book explains...

Paul Farrell's stackable cards are fun for all the family Build a skyscraper using the beautifully-designed cards, with only your imagination to limit you. Each pack contains 64 cards (105 x 69 mm) in a variety of graphic designs. Clever paper engineering allows you...

"All About Statue of Liberty: A Kid's Guide to America's Icon of Freedom" takes young readers on an exciting journey through the history and meaning behind one of America's most famous landmarks. From her creation as a gift from France to her role in...

"All About Eiffel Tower: A Kid's Guide to Paris' Famous Landmark" is an exciting exploration of one of the world's most famous structures. Packed with fun facts, historical insights, and fascinating stories, this book takes young readers on a journey from the tower's construction...

Have you heard of houses built to look like flying saucers? And did you know the first skyscraper ever built was in Chicago? But that certainly wasn't the first big building--it came after the monumental pyramids of ancient Egypt, the huge castles of medieval...

Did you know that the wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago? Vehicles have come a long way since then. The fastest train today can go more than 280 mph (450 kph). And there's a jet that can fly faster than 2,100 mph...

How would you like to visit Paris, France years and years ago to see the glow from the first electric streetlight? Or travel to cities built in dry deserts, deep underground, or even on water? Cities are full of fantastic engineering! Discover extreme facts...

From designing a residential street and your perfect play park to learning some of the math skills used by architects, how to read floor plans, and the basics of interior design, the activities in this innovative book encourage imaginative play and problem solving. Includes...

Author: Shah RukhISBN-13: 9798227388056Publisher: Shah RukhLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/14/2024Pages: 100Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.24d

A thought-provoking way of looking at world history and our place within it. If you enjoyed If the World Were 100 People (WINNER of the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2022 and WINNER of The ALCS Educational Writers' Award 2023), you'll love If...

Discover some of the most fascinating and true unsolved mysteries in history!The pyramids were built as tombs for the Egyptian Pharaohs. They are an engineering feat that have puzzled scientists and historians for centuries. How did the ancient Egyptians constructthese massive structures? This real...

"All About Taj Mahal: A Kid's Guide to India's Most Famous Monument" is a fun and exciting journey into one of the world's greatest wonders! Packed with fascinating facts, interesting stories, and kid-friendly explanations, this book reveals the magic behind the Taj Mahal's history,...

The Panama Canal has a long history. It was build to accommodate trade and the economic growth within the region. This history book will discuss the architecture purpose and design of Panama Canal. Know about the timelines the primary responsibilities and the historical truths...

Beautifully crafted and adorned with stunning illustrations. Embark on a thrilling journey and discover the amazing world of architects, engineers, and builders! Architects are the visionaries who dream up incredible structures, engineers are the problem-solvers who make those dreams a reality, and the builders...

An action-packed book filled with construction sites to explore, construction machines to learn about and a demolition site in action. Lift the flaps to discover the work that goes into building a house, a bridge, a skyscraper and more, the jobs people do and...

Plan an underground house, design your own bridge and lots more in this entertaining write-in activity book, filled with ideas to brainstorm, puzzles to solve and objects to design. Includes downloadable templates and links to specially selected websites to find more architecture facts and...

Buildings protect us, help us and inspire us, but you ever wonder what they would say if they could talk? Do they have dreams of helping us be healthier? What clever friendships have they made with the sun and the wind? Are they excited...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of Hoover Dam. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while colorful photos make the book engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a...

"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the world's most amazing tunnels while explaining the engineering behind their creation. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--Author: Rebecca PettifordISBN-10: 1620312123ISBN-13: 9781620312124Publisher: Pogo BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2015Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.50w x...

What's inside: 130 Large 8.5" x 11" pages 19 Cut & Glue designs 19 Colorable Designs Single-sided to prevent bleed-through, and so that pages can be removed and displayed without losing an image on the back. Why this book: This book offers two fun...

Author: Jan AdkinsISBN-10: 0142412449ISBN-13: 9780142412442Publisher: Penguin Young Readers GroupLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/2008Pages: 304Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 6.90h x 5.00w x 0.90dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 8.6Point Value: 9Interest Level: Middle Grade PlusQuiz #/Name: 117990 / Up Close: Frank Lloyd Wright

Readers journey from the Empire State Building in New York City to the Taj Mahal in India in this delightful guide to global architecture. Colorful illustrated kids guide readers on this tour, serving as representatives of their home countries. They share fun facts about...

Join award-winning children's book author Barbara Ann Mojica's Little Miss HISTORY as she reveals the mysteries of Monticello, Home of Thomas Jefferson, her newest release. Discover the hidden treasures of Thomas Jefferson's home, the author of The Declaration of Independence. An agriculturalist, philosopher, scientist,...

What do you know about real estate development? If your answer is "not a lot," you're in the right place! Learn about this powerful industry, how it started, and how it can evolve in the future. Anyone can become a real estate developer, and...

Featuring twenty creative and easy-to-achieve art projects inspired by famous buildings and architectural wonders, this book is designed to help parents, guardians, and teachers to be creative with kids.Designed to engage young children with architecture through creative art projects, Mini Architects takes inspiration from...

This book offers readers a fascinating look at steel, with an overview of how the material was first developed, how it is produced today, and the many ways that people use it. The book also includes an "That's Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You...

This book offers readers a fascinating look at glass, with an overview of how the material was first developed, how it is produced today, and the many ways that people use it. The book also includes an "That's Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You...

Jinkies A spooky spirit is haunting the buried city of Pompeii. It's up to Scooby-Doo and Mystery Inc. to solve the case. Readers join the gang as they explore the ancient city, learn about the Romans who called Pompeii home, and discover what happened...

From the clifftop Quarantine Station to the most beautiful mausoleum in the world, come on a journey through some of the world's most interesting historical structures. Discover the real story behind Transylvania's most famous castle then venture to the canal city of Amsterdam or...

From twisted towers to grassy rooftops come on a journey through some of the world's most inspired modern structures. Discover how sustainable design is shaping urban futures and how past events have reshaped design for our safety. Tour a futuristic city and discover a...

This nonfiction picture book tells the true story of four sisters who used their skills and creativity to bring storybook houses from their childhood fairy tales to life in 1930s Southern California. Mildred, Harriet, Brenda, and Wilma Moody grew up reading classic fairy tales...

Home is where the heart is. And more and more people are learning to love living in tiny homes. Most tiny homes are less than 20 feet long. Although it may seem small, tiny-house owners feel right at home in these small spaces. Learn...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at the Great Wall of China. Young readers will learn about the history and construction of the structure, as well as what the site is like today. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at the Colosseum. Young readers will learn about the history and construction of the structure, as well as what the site is like today. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table...

Have you ever seen a skyscraper that is shaped like an elephant? How about one that looks like waves? Students will learn how to measure area while engaged in reading about the world's coolest skyscrapers! This high-interest reader uses real-world examples to teach math...

Behind every great building is a great story. Each engineering marvel is an example of a tremendous tale of architecture. From castles to skyscrapers, get to know these wondrous works of brick, steel, and stone as you explore surface area. Packed with factual information...

What would we do without bridges? They allow us to cross over great heights and dangerous waters that would be inaccessible without bridges. But some bridges are more than a link between two places. From New York to Singapore, the stories of these bridges...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Golden Gate Bridge. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while colorful photos make the book engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index,...

The Golden Gate Bridge, beloved landmark and symbol of San Francisco, finally gets a gorgeous picture book that tells the thrilling story of how it was built! Written by National Book Award finalist and Sibert Medal winner Elizabeth Partridge. Across a treacherous strait where...

Explore the fascinating world of architecture, from ancient monuments to modern structures, and decode architectural styles and history in this engaging non-fiction book.This non-fiction compendium takes readers on a global tour of architectural wonders, from ancient monuments that have withstood the test of time...

The lights flicker in your hotel room. The phone rings, but there's no one there. The temperature drops suddenly. Is that a draft from the storm outside, or is it the chill of a ghostly presence? Choose your own path as you explore the...

Some American Indians used grass, wood, and other materials to build wickiups. Learn all about wickiups, including the tools used to build them and the people who called them home.Author: Riley FlynnISBN-10: 1491422424ISBN-13: 9781491422427Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2015Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 7.40h x 3.50w...

The lights flicker in your hotel room. The phone rings, but there's no one there. The temperature drops suddenly. Is that a draft from the storm outside, or is it the chill of a ghostly presence? Choose your own path as you explore the...

"In this book, early fluent readers will marvel at the beauty of the Palace of Versailles, while learning about its history, location, many rooms, and art. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the palace's...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Aqueduct of Segovia. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while colorful photos make the book engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index,...

Whether they're built into the ground or towering high above, buildings can be bizarre, bonkers, and baffling! Dive into the wacky world of buildings. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to bring some of the craziest structures to life.Author: Hermione RedshawISBN-10: 8885095038ISBN-13: 9798885095037Publisher: Fusion...