Skyscrapers

by Chris Bowman

Overview

As the tallest buildings on Earth, skyscrapers tower over cities! These massive buildings house offices, shops, and apartments in cities around the world. This title introduces readers to the building methods, materials, and science that lets these towers climb high into the sky.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781681035666
Publisher:	Bellwether Media
Publication date:	08/01/2018
Series:	Everyday Engineering
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Lexile:	520L (what's this?)
File size:	219 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

Table of Contents

What Are Skyscrapers? 4

Types of Skyscrapers 10

How Do Skyscrapers Work? 14

Glossary 22

To Learn More 23

Index 24

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2018
K-Gr 3—Each book in this set covers the engineering behind a different type of structure and uses infographics to point out the features of a famous example of each. Various bridges, dams, highways, roller coasters, skyscrapers, and stadiums from around the world are shown in clear photos. Labels make connections with glossary terms, which appear in bold print within the text. There are also diagrams of the forces acting on each structure. Current trends, such as the use of dams for hydroelectric power or how the highways of today compare to the roads used for a horse and buggy in the past, and possible future advances are also discussed. VERDICT A solid addition to STEM collections. These titles will appeal to fans of construction books.

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