buildings

"The Tower of London holds almost a thousand years' worth of secrets! The Tower of London draws more than 2 million visitors a year! Almost 1,000 years old and first built by William the Conqueror in 1066, the tower has been a fortress, a palace, a zoo, and an exhibit site for the amazing Crown Jewels. But the tower's reputation as a prisonis probably what accounts for its popularity! Two young princes in the time of King Richard III were never again heard from after entering the castle, and two of King Henry VIII's wives were held captive here."--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the construction of the Great Wall of China, discussing construction techniques, the dynasties that constructed it, and how the modern Chinese government is working to protect it for the future.

An introduction to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.

An introduction to the construction of the Eiffel Tower, discussing designer Gustave Eiffel, how workers assembled it, and how maintenance crews keep it standing today.

An introduction to the construction of the Colosseum in Rome.

An introduction to the construction of Mount Rushmore.

An introduction to the construction of the NYC subway system.

An introduction to the construction of One World Trade Center, discussing skyscraper construction techniques, and the neighboring memorials to the original World Trade Center skyscrapers.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces the Statue of Liberty to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the cutting-edge science and testing engineers use to build earthquake-proof buildings in places prone to earthquakes and shares color photos of the construction of both simple bunker-like rooms as well as more complex buildings yet to be tested by major geological events.