Bibliograph

Buildings, Izzi Howell ; illustrations, Rocket Design

Type

Label

Buildings, Izzi Howell ; illustrations, Rocket Design

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 47) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

3-4

resource.interestGradeLevel

3-6

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Buildings

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1050284827

Responsibility statement

Izzi Howell ; illustrations, Rocket Design

Series statement

Fact finders. Adventures in STEAM

Summary

Buildings and structures are all around us--from houses to skyscrapers to bridges and tunnels. But what goes into constructing them? Dig deeper and explore the design, construction, and engineering processes involved in making these incredible structures. Buildings will leave you with a greater appreciation of what goes into creating these amazing structures from the ground up

Table Of Contents

Starting out -- Materials -- Structure -- Arches and domes -- Designing a building -- Scale and plans -- Perspective -- Ancient buildings -- Greeks and Romans -- Castles and cathedrals -- Hall of fame: architects -- Houses -- Eco-friendly buildings -- Skyscrapers -- Hall of fame: landmarks -- Hall of fame: public buildings -- Bridges -- Hall of fame: bridges -- Tunnels -- When things go wrong -- Hostile conditions

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Contributor