Las Animas - Bent County Library District

Bridges, towers, castles, and all sorts of iconic and bizarre structures are jam-packed into Totally Amazing Facts About Stuff We've Built. Eye-catching photos and more than 100 facts will send trivia fans and reluctant readers on a wild architecture tour around the world.

Invites readers to watch workers dig, pour, pound, and bolt a skyscraper into existence.

Uses engaging nonfiction text and hands-on projects to help young readers explore real-life structure and tower engineering projects, including the science behind how these buildings are planned and built.

"When it comes to building, Minecraft construction allows for endless possibilities. Readers will learn all about Minecraft materials and different ways to play and will also be introduced to a real-life job construction job"--

"The Taj Mahal, a majestic mausoleum in India, continues to amaze visitors with its beauty nearly 400 years after its construction. Engineering the Taj Mahal discusses the emperor behind the famous structure, the precise engineering used by the designers, and the ways in which India is preserving the mausoleum so that it can continue to impress future generations. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at...

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces construction workers to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

An introduction to construction workers that examines their tasks, clothing, tools, and education.

"The Panama Canal links the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean in Central America, creating a valuable route for international shipping. Engineering the Panama Canal discusses the history of attempts to dig the canal, the engineers who worked to make the difficult project a reality, and the modern improvements that have made the canal more useful than ever"-- Provided by publisher.