Architecture - Kids

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...

From ancient fish traps to colossal amphitheaters, come on a journey through some of the world's most ancient structures. Discover the secrets of Stonehenge and the treasures of the Pyramids, then walk the Great Wall of China and meet the Terracotta Warriors.Author: Caroline ThomasISBN-10:...

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,...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Channel Tunnel. 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...

In this stunning picture book about renowned architect I. M. Pei, award-winning author Julie Leung and captivating illustrator Yifan Wu unite to tell the story of the man who changed architecture forever with his forward-thinking shapes.As a boy in Shanghai, Ioeh Ming Pei was...

Can you imagine building the world's tallest skyscraper, or driving across an underwater bridge? Learn more in this engaging text with full-color photographs that bring all sorts of amazing building feats to you.Author: Tom JacksonISBN-10: 8765609190ISBN-13: 9798765609194Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 32Format: Library...

"Adventure to the Lighthouse Island" invites readers on a thrilling journey across uncharted seas and mysterious landscapes. As the pages turn, join a daring explorer who set sail towards the legendary Lighthouse Island, a place shrouded in tales of ancient treasures and forgotten civilizations.The...

See how a skyscraper is built from the ground up in this new and updated edition of a classic from Gail Gibbons, the most popular science writer for kids in grades PreK-2. From the architectural drawings to the foundation to ironworkers building 30 stories...

Come to the city and you will find, animals, animals of every kind Discover donkeys on grilles, boars guarding stoops, and elephants supporting flagpoles. The fantastic architectural animals and playful illustrations in this rhyming book will introduce children to the fanciful world of our...

In this book you can explore mysterious, ancient ruins and abandoned cities frozen in time. Engaging text and photographs help bring these places back to life.Author: Tim CookeISBN-10: 8765609182ISBN-13: 9798765609187Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.10w x 0.30dReview...

"One of the few picture-book biographies celebrating the work of an engineer, this volume tells the little-known story of a man who left his mark upon the world." --Booklist (STARRED REVIEW) The city of Paris wanted to tear down the Eiffel Tower! Gustave Eiffel,...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Eiffel Tower. 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...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of Burj Khalifa. 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...

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,...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of Petra. 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 list...

Explore the sights in Ireland's capital city with this foldout keepsake tucked into a stylish slipcase. Traveling to Dublin? Just returned? Wish you could go? Discover a dozen popular spots, from Dublin Castle (now a convention center) to the lofty St. Patrick's Cathedral, from...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Channel Tunnel. 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...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of Petra. 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 list...

A biography of Canadian-born architect Frank Gehry, examining his education in Los Angeles and radical architectural ideas, as well as many of his greatest creations.Author: Valerie BoddenISBN-10: 1583416625ISBN-13: 9781583416624Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2008Pages: 48Format: Library BindingWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.70w x 0.40dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level:...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Panama Canal. 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...

Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang discover a new neighborhood. There are so many places to explore, including a library, post office, fire station, and more! Young readers will delight in using the clues in the text and photos to guess which place the...

The second book from author/designer DeAnna Radaj helps teenagers tap into the ancient Chinese science of feng shui. This easy-to-read guide gives the reader the tools they will need to determine life areas and goals they'd like to focus on. Then create an environment...

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...

The story of Olmsted who designed some of North America's most famous public spaces When the great cities of North America were being built, little thought was given to the idea of creating "green spaces." But these oases from the dirt, gravel, and noise...

You might have read stories about princesses and knights, but now you can learn the truth behind these tales! From finding out what life was really like in a medieval castle, to learning how to attack an enemy's castle, this book is full of...

You might have read stories about princesses and knights, but now you can learn the truth behind these tales! From finding out what life was really like in a medieval castle, to learning how to attack an enemy's castle, this book is full of...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of Burj Khalifa. 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...

This book describes the features, construction, and history of the Eiffel Tower. 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...

In this book you can explore mysterious, ancient ruins and abandoned cities frozen in time. Engaging text and photographs help bring these places back to life.Author: Tim CookeISBN-10: 8765625056ISBN-13: 9798765625057Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 8.80h x 6.50w x 0.20d

Construction is an incredible thing that shapes the world around us. Because of construction, we have amazing spaces-schools, stadiums, houses, and MORE-which we use every day. Construction can get loud and messy, and projects may take a long time. But the magic of construction...

Discover how bridges are made Through full-color photographs, easy-to-read text, and hands-on projects, young engineers and architects are introduced to the world of bridges, including the types of bridges, how they're built, and key terms. This fast-paced nonfiction book will engage budding engineers while...

Building walls that separate us from others is as old as humanity. People have built walls to keep others out for thousands of years, from the Great Wall of China to Hadrian's Wall to security fences along the US-Mexico border. But did you know...

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...

A poetic and moving picture book biography celebrating the life and work of the visionary Japanese American woodworker George Nakashima. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, George Nakashima began a love story with trees that grew throughout his remarkable life as architect, designer and...

WHERE DID THE POOP GO IN A MEDIEVAL CASTLE? Are you interested in medieval castles and the secrets behind their construction? Well, look no further! "How To Build A Castle: Paper Model Kit" is here to help. Learn how to build a medieval castle...

With simple, step-by-step directions and a visually rich design, the Build It! unique series of instruction books for LEGO(R) creations helps young children learn and have fun simultaneously.Inside Volume 3 you'll find a range of creative models to put together--from neighborhood scenes to exotic...

For children with a passion for drawing, or dreams of creating buildings, this book explores how architects really work. Learn about an architect's four main drawings: the Site Plan, Floor Plan, Section, and Elevation--including the concept of drawing each plan to scale. Aspiring architects...

How many rivets and bolts hold the wings of a Boeing 777 plane together? Why does an astronaut's spacesuit have a layer of liquid-cooled underwear? Who puts the jam in doughnuts? Find out the answers to these questions and much, much more in Stephen...

From the publisher that brought you the bestselling Baby University books comes a brand new board book series of construction books for kids. Join the construction team and help build a highway!Let's build a highway! Follow along step-by-step as big trucks and machines construct...

This beautifully illustrated picture book shows how an old factory can become a brand-new apartment, step-by-step. Find out all about the people, machines, processes, and tools involved in breathing new life into an old building. With builders, cranes, diggers, cement mixers, and a host...

History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles. Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress, extraordinary views reveal the people busy inside, preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches. Packed with facts, you'll find out what it takes to...

This title is all about the Burj Khalifa, which towers over Dubai at an amazing 2,722 feet. Readers will learn about the megatall skyscraper's construction, materials it was made from, and what it's used for. This title is written at a Level 3, specifically...

This children's book explores the innermost workings of some extraordinary buildings and machines. From helicopters to submarines, skyscrapers to coal mines, open up a fascinating world packed with unique and detailed cutaway drawings. Whether it's a Spanish galleon or a medieval castle, each cross-section...