design and construction

Text and color photographs explore the science of cars.

Looks at how and why roads are built, discussing early roads, different types of roads and more.

Text and illustartions explore the role civil engineers play in roads, buildings, and foundations, and includes vocational guidance for working in the field.

"Go behind the scenes and learn how craftsman Aaron Dykstra makes one-of-a-kind bicycles by hand with this nonfiction book that ... [has] photographs and illustrations about his process"--Provided by publisher.

Contains information about building electronics.

"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a green general contractor. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.".

"Start Making! is a program developed by the Clubhouse Network to engage young people all over the world in Maker-inspired activities. With this guide, you will discover how to plan and coordinate Start Making! projects in your home, school, library, community center, after- school club, or makerspace. You'll learn strategies for engaging young people in creative thinking, developing individual and team projects, and sharing and reflecting on their creations. Each session includes a list of the supplies you'll need, step-by-step instructions for completing the projects, and prompts for stimulating discussion, curiosity, and confidence. These ... projects teach fundamental STEAM concepts--science, technology, engineering, art, and math--while introducing young people to the basics of circuitry, design, coding, crafting, and construction"--Amazon.com.

Simple text and color photographs depict the steps to building a birdhouse. Describes how to gather supplies, make a birdhouse, and watch for birds. Includes a photo glossary.

Color photographs, text, and experiments explore bridges and the science behind how they are designed and built.

Batman rules the streets of Gotham City. But are the high-tech features in his road vehicles real? The answer may surprise you. Explores how the features in the Batmobile and Batcycle are rooted in real-world science and engineering.