skyscrapers

Presents the history of skyscrapers and shows how these tall buildings are designed.

Discover facts about skyscrapers, including what they are, what they look like, and more.

"In this guide, readers find great tips and tricks for making [skyscrapers] for their cities in the game. The main text Includes connections to real-world engineering and other STEAM concepts, including coding and artistic flair to make each building their own. The text is accompanied by Minecraft illustrations showing what young gamers can accomplish by using their knowledge"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at how skyscrapers are designed, built, and improved with new technology. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Looks at how skyscrapers are designed, built, and improved with new technology.

Explains the science and technology behind skyscrapers.

Explores the birth of a skyscraper and all the machines it takes to build it.

Explains the science and technology of skyscrapers and explores famous skyscrapers across the globe. Includes an engineering activity that gives readers the chance to apply their knowledge through hands-on construction.

"Examining the building process from the ground up, this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Empire State Building, one of New York City's most well-known landmarks"--.

Explores the history, design, and construction of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, India, and offers details on its architecture, challenges, and current state. Includes primary sources, text-related questions, a section of facts, a glossary, a website for further resources, and color photographs.