skyscrapers

Young readers will learn that about half of the people on Earth live in cities. The center of a city is called downtown. Discover these and other exciting facts about the city.

"Learn all about some of the world's tallest, most incredible buildings, from how they are designed and built to how skyscraper technology has changed over time"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the story of the Twin Towers--how they came to be the tallest buildings in the world and why they were destroyed.

An introduction to skyscrapers and their architects.

Describes the rebuilding of the World Trade Center after it was destroyed on September 11, 2001.

On September 11, 2001, Americans witnessed the worst tragedy our country has ever seen. The World Trade Center, in New York City, disappeared that day as terrorists flew planes into the Twin Towers killing and injuring thousands of people. Shortly after the attack, planning began on the rebuilding of a new World Trade Center.

Introduces the world's most amazing skyscrapers while explaining the engineering behind their creation.

Describes the dangerous job of being a skyscraper builder.

"Engaging images accompany information about skyscraper builders. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.

Text and color photographs explain the history, design, and construction of skyscrapers.