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Series
Orca timelines volume 1
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"People have been constructing tall buildings for thousands of years, for many different reasons. Castle walls kept people safe. Observatories give people a bird's-eye view. Beautiful buildings stand out in the crowd. With a growing global population, we need more space. But what does that mean for the health of the planet? Tall buildings may be part of the answer to building a sustainable future." -- Back cover.
"Part of the nonfiction Orca...
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.
Author
Publisher
Cicada Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Explore the world of architecture as you've never seen it before, from tiny shacks to vast palaces - and everything in between! This atlas of architectural wonders eschews the classic children's book fare of the Pyramids and the Taj Mahal, and instead takes a broader view of what constitutes amazing architecture. Buildings include: the Jameh mosque of Isfahan in Iran, Native American plank houses in New Mexico, Stave Churches in Norway, The Djinguereber...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From sunset at Stonehenge to the steps of the Forbidden City, see the wonders of the world and the people who built and used them brought back to life in stunning detail. Discover humanity's greatest monuments restored to their former glory in this guide to the wonders of the world. Wonders of the World turns back time to reveal realistic reconstructions of the most incredible monuments humankind has ever constructed. Imagine if you could travel...
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