"This volume is a comprehensive, authoritative, and easy-to-use reference for homeowners covering all home masonry projects from the most basic to advanced"-- Provided by publisher.

Daniel Cook learns how sidewalks are built while visiting a construction site. Daniel helps operate a backhoe and smooth out freshly poured cement.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the skills, education, and tools needed to become a mason and discover what a day as a mason looks like. Take a Look! infographics and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend learning. Children can learn more about masons using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mason also features reading...

Featuring more than 290 full-colour photographs and 40 full-colour illustrations, "Landscaping with Stone" provides readers with everything they need to know about stonescaping--including how to incorporate stone into a garden design, choosing the right kind of stone and finding inspiration for your design. It also includes expert advice on basic stone-working techniques--from transporting to cutting and setting--as well as step-by-step instructions...