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OverviewTake a look at how skyscrapers were designed, how engineers make sure they stay upright and how the science of gravity means they don't fall down. Find out about scale, plans and perspective, explore interesting architecture from bridges and tunnels to cathedrals and stadiums, and admire the work of some of the world's most famous architects. Try activities such as designing your own skyscraper using marshmallows and spaghetti. Inject some fun into STEAM topics, with these lively examinations of buildings, robots, computers, vehicles, materials and space! This bright, colourful series aims to inspire children aged 8 and up with a lifelong love of STEAM subjects. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Izzi HowellPublisher: Hachette Children's Group Imprint: Wayland Dimensions: Width: 21.00cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 26.40cm Weight: 0.220kg ISBN: 9781526304582ISBN 10: 1526304589 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 24 October 2019 Recommended Age: From 9 to 11 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents1: Starting out 1: Materials 1: Structure 1: Arches and domes 1: Designing a building 1: Scale and plans 1: Perspective 1: Ancient buildings 1: Greeks and Romans 1: Castles and cathedrals 1: Hall of fame: architects 1: Houses 1: Eco-friendly buildings 1: Skyscrapers 1: Hall of fame: landmarks 1: Hall of fame: public buildings 1: Bridges 1: Hall of fame: bridges 1: Tunnels 1: When things go wrong 1: Hostile conditions 1: Glossary and further reading 1: IndexReviewsThis colourful, activity-packed series is a great way to interest girls and boys in STEAM subjects. Starting with the basics of how structures are built, the book gives clear step-by-step descriptions of all that goes into building structures ... a fascinating read which is very informative. * Parents In Touch * Ideal for widening the interests of older primary pupils who will probably cover the basic concepts in science or maths lessons, but the extension of those lessons into real world scenarios, such as buildings, will spark the imagination of the curious child. -- June Hughes * The School Librarian * Ideal for widening the interests of older primary pupils who will probably cover the basic concepts in science or maths lessons, but the extension of those lessons into real world scenarios, such as buildings, will spark the imagination of the curious child. -- June Hughes * The School Librarian * This colourful, activity-packed series is a great way to interest girls and boys in STEAM subjects. Starting with the basics of how structures are built, the book gives clear step-by-step descriptions of all that goes into building structures ... a fascinating read which is very informative. * Parents In Touch * Author InformationIzzi Howell is an award-winning author and editor of over fifty children's books. She lives in East Sussex and enjoys learning languages, cooking and travelling around Europe. Her book Cats React to Science Facts was the winner of the Best Laugh Out Loud Book for 6-8 year-olds award at The Lollies and winner of The Royal Society Young People's Book Prize in 2020. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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