Architecture - Kids

Do you like putting things together and building? That might be a potential clue to your future career! This book explores what a career in building might look like. Readers will discover how their interests can lead to a lifelong future career. Aligned to...

This biography for early readers examines the life of famous Muslim architect Zaha Hadid in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at the Taj Mahal. 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...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at Machu Picchu. 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...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at Angkor Wat. 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...

This fascinating series provides an up-close look at some of the most incredible architectural wonders of past centuries. Young readers will learn about the history and construction of each structure, as well as what the site is like today. Each book also features informative...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at the Taj Mahal. 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...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at Machu Picchu. 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...

This fascinating book provides an up-close look at Angkor Wat. 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...

This fascinating series provides an up-close look at some of the most incredible architectural wonders of past centuries. Young readers will learn about the history and construction of each structure, as well as what the site is like today. Each book also features informative...

This title explores and explains how the Panama Canal was built. The canal's construction is described in terms of the engineering process. The book explores why the canal was built and describes the design stages and technologies used during construction. The book also describes...

Learn about the Eiffel Tower, beloved and iconic symbol of Paris, France, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world When the plans for the Eiffel Tower were first announced, many people hated the design of the future landmark, calling it ungainly...

National Learning Association presents: EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT: PAINSTAKING PYRAMIDS FASTER LEARNING FACTS Are your children curious about Painstaking Pyramids? Would they like to know what step pyramids are? Have they learnt how pyramids were built or what artifacts were found inside these...

A compendium of children's design exercises by architects from around the world accompany illustrations and photographs documenting the construction of the Petite ﾉcole pavilion. As part of the 2019 Biennale d'architecture et de paysage in Versailles, France, MOS constructed Petite ﾉcole, a small, open-air...

Get kids excited about architecture with hands-on activities for ages 5 to 10Architects create the spaces we use every day--but how do they know what a building should look like? Kids will uncover the answer with this book of 25 at-home architecture activities! Inside,...

Most houses have two or three bathrooms. Not a castle or palace! A palace in the country of Brunei has 257 bathrooms! Take a peek inside real royal homes.Author: Gail Saunders-Smith, Sally LeeISBN-10: 1620651211ISBN-13: 9781620651216Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2013Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 11.10h x...

They tower over city streets. They hold stores and restaurants. Big buildings are found in cities around the world. Learn about big buildings and their special features.Author: Catherine IpcizadeISBN-10: 1429639946ISBN-13: 9781429639941Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2010Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 9.00h x 11.00w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading...

The What Do We Know About? series explores the mysterious, the unknown, and the unexplained. Why was Sarah Winchester's puzzling mansion built with so many mysterious features? And is it truly haunted? In 1884, Sarah Winchester began building a large mansion in Santa Clara...

The What Do We Know About? series explores the mysterious, the unknown, and the unexplained. Why was Sarah Winchester's puzzling mansion built with so many mysterious features? And is it truly haunted? In 1884, Sarah Winchester began building a large mansion in Santa Clara...

This eco-friendly title focuses on green homes. Readers will learn how architect's apply sustainable practices to earth-friendly structures. Recycled materials, solar panels, and more are explored through engaging illustrations and accessible text.Author: Saranne TaylorISBN-10: 0778714527ISBN-13: 9780778714521Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/19/2014Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.75lbsSize:...

What will houses look like in the future? From space stations to pod living, this innovative title examines how architects design and plan for the world of tomorrow. Readers put concepts to work when they design their own home based around a unique shape.Author:...

This fun title explores different kinds of animal homes and how they are built. From a beaver's dam to a termite's mound, readers will love learning all about animal architects.Author: Saranne TaylorISBN-10: 0778714381ISBN-13: 9780778714385Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/19/2014Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 10.10h x 8.00w...

From mighty castle strongholds to the buried ruins of Pompeii, this engaging title unearths ancient homes. Concepts include how and why ancient homes were built, as well as their discovery through archaeological digs.Author: Saranne TaylorISBN-10: 0778714373ISBN-13: 9780778714378Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/19/2014Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.75lbsSize:...

Homes are not just lived in. From a windmill to a lighthouse, this exciting title portrays homes that, quite literally, work. Introducing simple engineering concepts, this book encourages students to be creative and think outside the box.Author: Gerry BaileyISBN-10: 0778702901ISBN-13: 9780778702900Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Take a walk through ABCity! In each of the 13 bustling mazes, look for cleverly hidden objects that correspond to each of the letters hidden within the streets and signs. From airplanes and ambulances to zebras and zippers, the maze weaves through the city...

Learn all about the world of architecture in only 100 words! This book explores the most iconic buildings from around the world as well as the history of architecture, from basic huts to incredible skyscrapers. From columns to pyramids, each of the carefully chosen...

This delightful tour through sixteen of the world's most vibrant streets will awaken young readers to the joys of travel. What makes a street interesting? Is it the architecture, the landscape, the people, the businesses, or the history? In this collection of sixteen charmingly...

Children can enter the surreal world of the master architect, Antoni Gaud , and color in his weird and wonderful creations inspired by nature and the intricate beauty of the world around us. This delightful coloring book introduces children to one of the world's...

Do you have a child obsessed with construction equipment and vehicles? Are you looking for fun way to combine this interest and practice ABC's with your child? Combine learning and fun with a construction-themed activity book: I Spy for Kids!I Spy is a simple...

The Big Book of Civil Engineering for Curious Kids56 pages packed with information about- How cities developed around the world- The people who make cities their home- Architecture and culture- How urban planners organize a city and its services- The role of City Hall-...

This deceptively slim book unfolds to become a striking three-dimensional doll's house, featuring four rooms: kitchen, living room, bedroom, and garage. Pop out elements add a level of interactivity, but children are invited to use their own toys and imagination to furnish the space...

A picture book that connects great works of architecture to the ways children build and play.Cupon cups tacking up, smaller, smaller, and growing taller! Children building-Concrete poetry- Pair them with notable structures from around the world and see children's constructions taken to the level...

If you could design a city that would be both a great place to live and good for the planet, what would it look like? Today, about four billion people--more than half the world's population--live in cities. This number could rise to seven billion...

Author Dave Eggers and artist Júlia Sardà spin a quirky historical event into a whimsical and tall-ish true tale of American ingenuity. Make way for history as only Dave Eggers could stage it. It all started when John "Minnie" Moore built a mine in...

Step into the past, a world of stone and steel--and excitement! With beautiful illustrations and captivating text, an interactive die-cut model reveals the many parts of a medieval castle. Though most people live in regular houses now, castles have influenced both architecture and lifestyles...

Buildings protect us, help us and inspire us, but do you ever wonder what they would say if they could talk? Do they have feelings? Are they happy to see us? Does it hurt when we stomp? This imaginative children's book contemplates what would...

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...

★"This great STEAM offering has multiple applications and will be useful for report writers and aspiring architects alike."--Booklist, starred review ★"Finely detailed inside and outside...Broad in scope, perceptively organized, and enriched with fascinating entries."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review Why did they build it so high?...

What does it take to make a sunshade? Gather some supplies and try it out for yourself Discover tips and ideas on how to build the best sunshade aroundAuthor: Marne VenturaISBN-10: 1977117813ISBN-13: 9781977117816Publisher: Pebble BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.00h x 10.80w x...

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished bridge. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the design and preparations to the construction and finishing details. A glossary, further resources, author's...

This cultural overview of ancient Egypt situates the reader within the society, describing key aspects of daily life, beliefs, and architectural accomplishments such as the Great Sphinx.Author: Lori DittmerISBN-10: 162832676XISBN-13: 9781628326765Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2019Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.80h x 7.90w x 0.10d

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about magnificent medieval fortresses and the people who lived in them with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: Knights and Castles will introduce kids to...

Discover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the World.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on...

Did you know that the Vatican is a country--the smallest in the world? Find out the amazing history of the headquarters of the Catholic Church in this Spanish entry in the WHO HQ series. Sabías que el Vaticano es un país, el más pequeño...

As kids ride in a car or bus through town, they see many different-looking buildings.This book explains in rhyme what the different, distinctively-styled buildings are used for.Kids will gain a greater awareness of their surroundings, and learn the role in life that particular buildings...

Author: Clara BenningtonISBN-10: 1641288612ISBN-13: 9781641288613Publisher: Jump!Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.60w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.9Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 504846 / Dracula's CastleReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 11/01/2019 pg. 42Booklist 11/15/2019 pg. 45

The 21st Century Junior Library Extraordinary Engineering series explains how important feats of engineering are accomplished. Bridges examines the engineering concepts that make these critical structures possible. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. An...

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: 8885093817ISBN-13: 9798885093811Publisher: Fusion...

Imagine an amazing building! Make reading your superpower with DK's beautiful, leveled nonfiction. Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the world's most incredible buildings - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Amazing Buildings is a beautifully...

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about magnificent medieval fortresses and the people who lived in them with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: Knights and Castles will introduce kids to...