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Author
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Through colorful illustrations and fun facts, young readers will learn: The essential parts of buildings, such as foundations, beams and columns -- How structures are made in nature -- What makes structures strong -- How to create a building of their own.
2) Taj Mahal
Author
Publisher
Carolrhoda Books
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Recounts the love story behind the building of the Taj Mahal in India, discussing how it was constructed and providing information on Indian culture.
3) Capital
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Provides a history of Washington, D.C., focusing on the National Mall, its monuments and surrounding buildings.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Get the inside story on the famous fortress in the heart of Moscow that has withstood fires, invaders, and revolutions for almost seven hundred years. Lined by nineteen beautiful towers, the high walls of the Kremlin enclose colorful domed cathedrals, treasure-filled museums, and the Russian capitol. But this Moscow fortress has had its share of dark days. Follow along with author Deborah Hopkinson as she recounts the tales of spying, murder, missing...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Partners, LLC
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Welcome to the White House! Go behind the scenes to get a 360-degree view of America s most famous president s residence, from how it was built in 1792 and the fire of 1812, to today's state dinners, celebrations, celebrity pets, and more.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
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Description
Explores how houses are powered by energy, discussing the electricity, water, and natural gas that fuel appliances and other home technologies, and provides tips on how people can conserve these resources in their homes.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Introduces the Empire State Building, the third tallest structure in New York City, describing the construction process, the rise of skyscrapers in the United States, and the effect the building continues to have today.
Author
Series
Publisher
Jump!, Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history, location, many rooms, and uses of Edinburgh Castle as a fortress, prison, and museum. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Edinburgh Castle and its cultural history. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick...
11) Brick by brick
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"The White House was created by many hands, several of them slaves', who will be remembered throughout history for their extrodinary feat" -- Cover verso.
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