"Engaging images accompany information about Machu Picchu. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.

"Smart architecture includes buildings that use advanced technology. This book showcases cutting-edge smart buildings--from apartments and houses to offices and factories--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars"--

"Classical architecture includes structures inspired by the Greeks and Romans. This book showcases remarkable ancient buildings--from temples and churches to houses and palaces--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars"--

For children with a passion for drawing, or dreams of creating buildings, this book explores how architects really work, taking the young reader through the entire process for planning and designing a house. Learn about an architects four main drawings: the Site Plan, Floor Plan, Section, and Elevation including the concept of drawing each plan to scale.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the technology behind the world's coolest museums, covering how they are planned, designed, and constructed by architects and engineers. Crisp, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the architecture of museums using...

In this first-ever standalone full-color edition, Castle is lavishly reborn in digitally finished drawings rendered with felt-tip markers and colored pencils. Factual and artistic details shine in light of newly researched information. With characteristic zest and wit. Architecture enthusiasts of all ages will marvel at the staggering possibilities of human imagination and ingenuity.

With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four architecture challenges, including constructing their dream playground and building a tiny house for a pet. Like a real architect, they ll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....

Showcases such unusual buildings as Stadium Australia, the Eiffel Tower, and the Roman Colosseum.

A unique collection of extraordinary illustrations exploring machines, buildings, ships, and the human body from the inside out.