Construction Worker

by Geoffrey M. Horn

Book Overview

Working in construction means much more than strapping on a tool belt and a hard hat. Careers in the building trades use cutting-edge methods to make the world's tallest skyscrapers, deepest tunnels, biggest stadiums, and most energy-efficient homes. In this exciting book, students follow the progress of a building -- and the people responsible for building it -- from the plans to the plaster. Learn how to build a career from the ground up!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0836893255
• ISBN13: 9780836893250
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8