Architecture - Kids

A pigeon carrying an important message takes the reader on a unique tour through Rome. As we follow the path of this somewhat wayward bird, we discover that Rome is a place where past and present live side by side. It is a city...

Kids can proclaim their love for their favorite city with the My New York Puzzle! Depicting the Statue of Liberty and booming fireworks in bold, bright colors, this puzzle includes 20 large pieces, perfect for ages 3 and up. Manufactured on high-quality paper using...

Did you know that when your ancestors were your age, they have already begun to learn building log cabins? In this book, you're going to learn the theories that will hopefully push you to act and create your own log cabins too. Engineering is...

How do architects and contractors use math and geometry to help build a house? Readers will find out in this engaging nonfiction book that features bright images and charts, informational text, and intriguing facts that will familiarize children with construction, construction equipment and materials,...

This hi/lo series will motivate reluctant readers with its amazing facts about the world's hugest structures. Each book takes readers behind the scenes of some of the tallest, longest, and biggest structures in the world and explains why they were built, who designed them,...

Go beyond the barn Buildings on the Farm takes beginning readers on a structural tour that includes a barn, a stable, a machine shed, and more. Full-color photos highlight the buildings, while leveled text describes the basic function of each.Author: Lisa J. AmstutzISBN-10: 1977105386ISBN-13:...

"Builders of the Ancient World: Creating Wonders in Stone" takes readers on an exciting journey through history, uncovering the secrets behind the awe-inspiring structures of ancient civilizations. From the towering pyramids of Egypt to the grand temples of Greece and Rome, this book explores...

"All About White House: A Kid's Guide to America's Presidential Home" takes young readers on an exciting tour inside one of the most famous buildings in the world. Packed with fun facts, interesting stories, and fascinating details, this book explores the history, rooms, traditions,...

Kids will learn about different types of bridges with Engineer It Bridge Projects. They will discover how bridges are built. Then, build their own suspension bridge, truss bridge, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Young crafters will be budding engineers...

Architecture is a unique field that combines artistry, science, math, and more. In this book, readers will learn all about the fascinating field of architecture and what architects do. They'll discover what education and training architects must undergo, what special skills they must acquire,...

Author: Baby ProfessorISBN-13: 9798869435057Publisher: Baby ProfessorLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2024Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.13d

Early readers will be engaged as they find out how a skyscraper is built and what goes inside when it's completed. This nonfiction title features detailed, vibrant images, helpful definitions and diagrams, and simple, informational text. Readers will be eager to learn all they...

"All About Leaning Tower of Pisa: A Kid's Guide to Italy's Most Famous Tilted Building" takes young readers on an exciting journey to explore one of the world's most famous architectural wonders. Discover why the tower leans, who built it, and how it has...

"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,...

People living in San Francisco during the 1920s and 1930s are fascinated by the project to build the Golden Gate Bridge the worlds longest suspension bridge yet. Will you: Be a designer of the bridge, working to solve the many challenges created by such...

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...

Located on the island of Manhattan in New York City, St. Patricks Cathedral is one of the best-known Roman Catholic cathedrals in the United States. The cathedral is the seat of the archbishop of New York. As such, it is the central church of...

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...

Let your dreams can change the world in this Bank Street Best Book of 2023 picture book biography of architect Antoni Gaud?! Colorful mosaics, playful flowing forms, imaginative facades--Barcelona shines with the buildings of Antoni Gaud?. How did the son of a Catalan blacksmith...

You can probably recognize some of the world's most famous landmarks. But have you ever wondered how they were built? Go behind the scenes to investigate how and why these famous landmarks were built. Explore the design, construction, and engineering processes that went into...

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...

Did you know that when your ancestors were your age they have already begun to learn building log cabins? In this book you're going to learn the theories that will hopefully push you to act and create your own log cabins too. Engineering is...

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...

This book serves as an introduction and overview of the seven wonders of the modern world. Each of the structures in this book began as a dream to move faster, go higher, or live better. Readers will discover the wonders of these structures and...

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...