Architecture and Construction

by Jennifer Riggs

Book Overview

A lavish introduction to architecture features die-cut comparisons of igloos, huts, and yurts; a fold-out cross-section spread of the Coliseum; a mini-book that highlights a castle; and a tracing page... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0590476440
• ISBN13: 9780590476447
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: Scholastic
• Length: 45 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Architecture and Construction

Architecture and Construction is the tenth issue of Scholastic's voyages of discovery. It is excellent for children to learn the different works of architecture around the world. It also shows how the structures were made and stories about famous architects. This book shows all kinds of architectural monuments. From Paris pyramids to icy igloos, from Parthenon pillars to building bridges, this book is definetly one you have to buy! This book covers architecture works from six of the seven world continents. It also shows the different kinds of houses in the world and many tall skyscrapers. You also get a free 1883 newspaper article marking the celebrations for the Brooklyn Bridge. This fabulous book would appeal to people in the age group of 6 to 13. You have to buy it!