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Great Synagogue of Budapest

2016
"Built in the mid-1800s, the Great Synagogue of Budapest has remained a constant through difficult times. As many as 20,000 Jewish people sought refuge in the synagogue during the Holocaust of World War II. However, the synagogue was also occupied by Nazi forces for part of the war. [This book explores] ... the facility, history, people, and beliefs behind the building."--Back cover.

Interior design for libraries

drawing on function & appeal
2002
A library interior design guide for architects, designers, and library planners that addresses the functionality needs of staff and design appeal for different age groups, covering signage, traffic, furnishings, materials, colors, lighting, and acoustics.

The building of the transcontinental railroad

Presents a history of the building of the transcontinental railroad in the United States, discussing the scandals, people, and challenges involved. Includes a timeline, illustrations, a glossary, and further resources.

You wouldn't want to work on the Great Wall of China!

defenses you'd rather not build
Humorous illustrations, captions, and sidebars describe the toil and suffering involved in building the Great Wall of China during the third century B.C.

Whoosh!

Lonnie Johnson's super-soaking stream of inventions
A biography of Lonnie Johnson, an engineer at NASA who is best know for inventing the Super Soaker water gun.

Maker projects for kids who love music

An introduction to ceating musical instruments.

Maker projects for kids who love games

Introduces game design and the process of creating a game.

Ticktock Banneker's clock

"Benjamin Banneker is known and admired for his work in science, mathematics, and astronomy. He was born free at a time in America, 1731, when most African Americans were slaves. At the age of 22 he built a strike clock based on his own drawings and using a pocket-knife"--Provided by the Publisher.

Skyscrapers and towers

Introduces famous towers and skyscrapers around the world and discusses why they are considered engineering wonders.

Bicycles

"Before a product ever reaches store shelves, it first has to be made. Learn about the steps of production to making bicycles."--Amazon.

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