Build it to the Top
December 2023

Stories to Inspire
A Kid's Guide to Building
Skyscrapers: the heights of engineering
by John Kerschbaum

A nonfiction graphic novel that presents a history of the skyscraper, examining how they are designed and the science involved in building them.
Up! up! up! skyscraper
by Anastasia Suen

Young construction enthusiasts are offered a front-row seat to watch a skyscraper grow "up, up, up!" through the diligent efforts of workers who dig, pour, pound and bolt every level, in a picture book that is complemented by informational sidebars.
How was that built? The Stories Behind Awesome Structures
by Roma Agrawal

An award-winning structural engineer takes apart the world's most extraordinary structures, from the Brooklyn Bridge in the U.S. to the Sapporo Dome in Japan, in this visually stunning book that celebrates the individuals who made them a reality.
How it's built. Skyscraper
by Vicky Franchino

Characters visit various work sites to find out how skyscrapers are built.
Skyscrapers: investigate feats of engineering
by Donna Latham

An accessible educational activity guide reveals the innovation and physical science behind towering structures and buildings in cities around the world, sharing a blend of trivia and fun facts on topics ranging from the pyramids to the Empire State Building.
Amazing landmarks: Discover the Hidden Stories Behind 10 Iconic Structures!
by Rekha S. Rajan

This book encourages readers to imagine themselves as the engineers, builders, architects and more of 10 global landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge, from ideation to creation.
Built by animals: meet the creatures who inspire our homes and cities
by Christiane Dorion

This book introduces us to the creatures who know how to build, and looks at how their techniques have been copied in human construction.
Cool engineering: Filled with Fantastic Facts for Kids of All Ages
by Jenny Jacoby

Presents engineering fun facts and experiments for young enthusiasts and includes several short biographies of famous engineers
How it's built. House
by Becky Herrick

Fictional characters visit various work sites to find out how different structures are built.
Diy Science Engineering: Over 20 Incredible Engineering Projects to Build at Home
by Wednesday Jones

Explore, experiment, and discover amazing activities you can do at home. Challenge your friends to a game of catapult basketball, hide your most important secrets in a completely secure combination safe, and design an awesomely terrifying roller coaster in your very own bedroom
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