Architecture - Kids

China's architecture has always impressed, whether the structure is an ancient temple with perfect symmetry or a modern skyscraper that reflects the passing clouds. In the past century, China's growth as an economic power and its rapid urbanization has demanded ingenuity of architects, who...

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...

From sunset at Stonehenge to the steps of the Forbidden City, see the wonders of the world and the people who built and used them brought back to life in stunning detail. Discover humanity's greatest monuments restored to their former glory in this guide...

When a famous bridge is scheduled to be torn down and replaced, people from all over gather to honor the beloved landmark. But to one woman, once a little girl, it's more than just a bridge. It's a friendly face and comforting structure she...

When a famous bridge is scheduled to be torn down and replaced, people from all over gather to honor the beloved landmark. But to one woman, once a little girl, it's more than just a bridge. It's a friendly face and comforting structure she...

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionSelected for the Children's Book Council's July 2023 "Hot Off The Press" Reading ListIn the next book in the How the Wonders Were Built series, the new seven wonders of the world are introduced from the architectural point...

THE AWESOME GIFT IDEA ACTIVITY BOOK FOR KIDS Every Activity Book picture is printed on its own 8.5 x 11 inch page. Make one of the best decisions for your child this year.We have created an activity this book and we need your help...

An enlightening and informative book about construction workers and what they do. For children ages 5 years and up.A construction worker builds houses. First the ground is made even, and then a layer of concrete is poured over it. Now the construction worker can...

Have you ever heard of Machu Picchu? It's an ancient citadel high in the mountains of Peru. Science played a big role in the building of Machu Picchu and the daily life of the Inca people who lived there. Find out the science behind...

As part of the Chinese Modern Engineering series, this fine picture book introduces important knowledge about modern bridge construction and some famous bridges in China that are making a huge impact on people's lives.Author: Rui XiaISBN-10: 1487809425ISBN-13: 9781487809423Publisher: Royal Collins Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2022Pages:...

As part of the Chinese Modern Engineering series, this fine picture book introduces important knowledge about skyscraper construction and some world-famous skyscrapers that are making a huge impact on people's lives.Author: Rui XiaISBN-10: 1487809441ISBN-13: 9781487809447Publisher: Royal Collins Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2022Pages: 56Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.15lbsSize:...

Are you interested in architecture? Those archs and curves belong to an era. Identify different architectural styles with confidence. Use this wonderful reference book that includes pictures and features in every page. Extending your knowledge beyond your school curriculum is never a bad move....

The Parthenon was built at the instruction of Pericles, a powerful political leader in Athens during the period of 449-431 bc. He decided to build the Parthenon to honor of the goddess Athena. Find out more in Parthenon, a title in the Structural Wonders...

Aircraft: Adult Coloring Book Sketches for Coloring This book is part of the Transportation series. you can build and decorate an aircraft through this coloring book that takes you to great new heights Coloring unleashes your imagination and creativity. When you color, you also...

Discover the ruins of the Parthenon, one of the most famous and beautiful places in the world Athens, Greece, is best known for the Parthenon, the ruins of an ancient temple completed in 438 BC to honor the goddess Athena. But what many people...

Readers construct and test their own box trap to help Hansel and Gretel trap the witch. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and infographics, this book provides an engaging overview of the science and engineering of box traps.Author: Joanne MatternISBN-10: 1644930323ISBN-13: 9781644930328Publisher: Focus...

Readers grow their own bean plants to help Jack of Jack and the Beanstalk. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and infographics, this book provides an engaging overview of the science of plants.Author: Joanne MatternISBN-10: 1644930277ISBN-13: 9781644930274Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 32Format: Library...

In Homes Then and Now, leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take readers through the cultural and technological advances that affected houses and homes through time. Readers will compare life in the past to life today. An infographic highlights a period in housing and...

This title is all about the Shard, which is the tallest building in London and the United Kingdom. Readers will learn all about its construction, the materials that it is made from, its uses, and more. This title is written at a Level 3,...

Engineers design roads to be as safe and efficient as possible for the people who travel on them. From roundabouts and speed bumps to the routes that roads take, readers will learn how engineers follow the engineering design process to design roads that suit...

Engineers design structures using domes because of their amazing ability to withstand outside forces such as weather and weight. This unique book shows readers how engineers use the engineering design process to design dome-shaped structures that suit the environments in which they are built....

The Suez Canal was created to improve international trade. Approximately 18,000 ships pass through the canal every year. Find out more in Suez Canal, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series.Author: Joy GregoryISBN-10: 1791105904ISBN-13: 9781791105907Publisher: Av2Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight:...

The Palm Islands are transforming the coast off Dubai. Two of the three islands are being developed to look like palm trees when viewed from the air. Find out more in Palm Islands, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series.Author: Joy...

Located in Washington, D.C., the White House is one of the best-known structures in the world. It stands as a symbol of power and excellence. Find out more in The White House, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series. Structural Wonders...

Also known as Liberty Enlightening the World, the Statue of Liberty stands as a symbol of the United States. It marks the principles of democracy and freedom on which the country is based. Find out more in Statue of Liberty, a title in the...

The Parthenon was built at the instruction of Pericles, a powerful political leader in Athens during the period of 449-431 bc. He decided to build the Parthenon to honor of the goddess Athena. Find out more in Parthenon, a title in the Structural Wonders...

The Great Wall of China was built to stop intruders from invading the country. Construction began more than 2,000 years ago. The wall took more than 1,000 years to build. Find out more in The Great Wall of China, a title in the Structural...

Hidden by thick forest plants high in the Andes Mountains of South America, the Inca city of Machu Picchu lay abandoned for nearly 400 years. It was not until 1911 that it became active again. Find out more in Machu Picchu, a title in...

Get ready to explore the city in a whole new way. This innovative book for younger readers is packed with city facts, loads of flaps to lift, and unfolding pages to see inside buildings and under the streets. Children aged 5+ can learn about...

"Playful, detail-rich scenes give readers plenty to pore over." -- Publishers Weekly Learn all about the people, places, and vehicles that make the city go: The express bus drives passengers to work, swans swim in the lake at the park... Best of all, lots...

Houses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built--from the architect's plans through the arrival of a happy family. The many processes of construction are explained with simple language...

In Bear Run, Pennsylvania, a home unlike any other perches atop a waterfall. The water's tune plays differently in each of its sunlight-dappled rooms; the structure itself blends effortlessly into the rock and forest behind it. This is Fallingwater, a masterpiece equally informed by...

With simple, step-by-step directions and a visually rich design, this unique series of instruction books for LEGO(R) creations helps young children learn and have fun simultaneously.The Build It! series of visually rich instruction books for LEGO(R) models is perfect for children ages 5 and...

You've seen the building. Now meet the man whose life went into it.Philip Freelon's grandfather was an acclaimed painter of the Harlem Renaissance. His father was a successful businessman who attended the 1963 March on Washington. When Phil decided to attend architecture school, he...

From New York Times bestselling creators Andrea Beaty and David Roberts, Iggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing Architects is an empowering workbook featuring art and characters from the picture book Iggy Peck, Architect, and it will inspire young readers with activities of all...

A Washington Post Best Children's Book of 2017 Parents' Choice Recommended Get to know Zaha Hadid in this nonfiction picture book about the famed architect's life and her triumph over adversity from celebrated author-illustrator Jeanette Winter. Zaha Hadid grew up in Baghdad, Iraq, and...

This fact-filled guide for kids 7 to 17 explores the world of architecture as you've never seen it before, from tiny shacks to vast palaces - and everything in between!''Given the global spread of coverage and the unusual buildings chosen, this is a must...

The Plan for the Gingerbread HouseA STEM Engineering StoryCome one, come all! The Gingerbread Fair opens soon!Teams of kids are baking, building, and decorating. The project guidelines are clear: the winning house must stand upright on its own and a gingerbread boy and girl...

Bear's next project is her most ambitious one yet, she's going to build a house! But can she and her friends finish before winter sets in? The bear from Maxwell Eaton's Bear Goes Sugaring returns in this fascinating follow-up, and this time, she's going...

Frank Lloyd Wright used basic geometric shapes as the foundation for his modern architecture. Learn your basic shapes alongside this famous architect with My First Shapes with Frank Lloyd Wright Board Book from Mudpuppy. Each chapter tab focuses on one of three basics shapes:...

A hands-on introduction to drawing and architecture for kids 8 to 12 Architects play an important role in helping buildings, cities, and communities thrive. If you're interested in architecture, Architecture for Kids will introduce you to all of the most important terms and skills...

Bridges are some of the most fascinating structures in our landscape, and they come in all forms. From towering suspension bridges to humble stone crossings, this book visits them all in sweet, bouncing text with expository sidebars. But while bridges can be quite grand,...

Master of the cut and paste art technique, Giles Laroche takes readers on a storytelling journey around the world that celebrates the diversity of homes and the people who are shaped by them. Step into unique homes from around the world and discover the...

Discover how to build your dream LEGO houses - with tips and techniques from expert LEGO builders. Create 30 incredible LEGO homes. Build a beautiful thatched cottage, make a cool treehouse, create a fantasy home with a slide, spook your friends with a haunted...

Fun, Relaxing, and Creative Coloring for Your Little Minecraft Fan!Coloring books have been quite the popular things to do these days... so why pick ours?Well... they always say not to judge a book by it's cover, but today... we're giving you permission to do...

The Plan for the Gingerbread HouseA STEM Engineering StoryCome one, come all! The Gingerbread Fair opens soon!Teams of kids are baking, building, and decorating. The project guidelines are clear: the winning house must stand upright on its own and a gingerbread boy and girl...

Discover the true story of the Twin Towers--how they came to be the tallest buildings in the world and why they were destroyed. When the Twin Towers were built in 1973, they were billed as an architectural wonder. At 1,368 feet, they clocked in...

Explore the most amazing wonders of the ancient world More than 2,000 years ago, travelers wrote about the incredible sights they saw while on their journeys. They told tales of hanging gardens that were built for a Babylonian queen, and a colossal statue that...

Independent readers will learn all about nature's most amazing builders in this new leveled reader from National Geographic Kids. Ever wondered why beavers build dams? Or how spiders weave their intricate webs? In this reader, you'll meet brilliant birds, inventive insects, and amazing mammals...

A Caldecott Honor BookReaders worldwide recognize Caldecott Medal winner David Macaulay's imaginary Cathedral of Chutreaux. This critically acclaimed book has been translated into a dozen languages and remains a classic of children's literature and a touchstone for budding architects. Cathedral's numerous awards include a...