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Author
Publisher
Bloomsbury USA
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Physical Desc
300 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Looks at the history of structural engineering, discusses the science behind the field, describes how engineers keep modern buildings from falling down and how a bridge can span distances, and compares modern solutions with those from ancient cultures. --Publisher
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
111 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 30 cm
Language
English
Description
"This accessible nonfiction compendium explores the creation of 10 global landmarks, from the first spark of an idea to the final layer of paint. Acclaimed educator Rekha S. Rajan encourages readers to see themselves as the engineers, builders, architects, and more through interactive stories and a unique structure"--
Author
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
112 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 22 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Engineers design our modern world. They combine science and technology to create incredible vehicles, structures, and objects. This title examines amazing feats of civil engineering. Engaging text explores massive bridges, the worlds tallest skyscraper, and the Panama Canal. It also examines the engineers who made these projects a reality and traces the history of the discipline.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The Great Wall of China, built in many sections over many centuries, is China's best-known landmark. Engineering the Great Wall of China introduces readers to the dynasties that constructed it, explores the construction techniques that were used, and looks at how the modern Chinese government is working to protect it for the future. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include...
Author
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Kids will learn about the history of skyscrapers with Engineer It! Skyscraper Projects. They will discover how skyscrapers are built. Then, build their own mini skyscrapers using toothpicks, pretzels, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Young crafters will be budding engineers in no time! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles."--Publisher's...
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The New York City Subway System has been carrying passengers for more than a century. Engineering the NYC Subway System explores how designers drew up plans for the subway, how workers built the underground system in one of the world's busiest cities, and how commuters still rely on its hundreds of trains today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The Colosseum, the greatest arena of the ancient Roman world, still stands in Rome, Italy, nearly 2,000 years after its construction. Engineering the Colosseum studies how ancient designers put the structure together, what kinds of events were held there, and how modern conservationists are protecting and restoring the building today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include...
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
AT&T Stadium, home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, is one of the newest and most advanced football stadiums in the country. Engineering AT&T Stadium discusses how the structure was designed, how workers brought the blueprints to life, and how the stadium combines art and architecture to create an exciting experience for fans. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of...
Author
Publisher
Christy Ottaviano Books/Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
"The story of George Ferris, inventor of the iconic Ferris Wheel"--
"The World's Fair in Chicago, 1893, was to be a spectacular event: architects, musicians, artists, and inventors worked on special exhibits to display the glories of their countries. But the Fair's planners wanted something really special, something on the scale of the Eiffel Tower, which had been constructed for France's fair three years earlier. At last, engineer George Ferris...
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