buildings, structures, etc

Chronicles the building of the Golden Gate Bridge from the planning stages to its completion fourteen years later.

Chronicles the construction of the Washington Monument from its initial planning in 1833 to its renovation in 1994.

An up-close look at the Lincoln Memorial's history.

A history of the Statue of Liberty with an emphasis on the basic architecture, engineering, and mechanical procedures of construction.

Describes the history of the Empire State Building, emphasizing basic architecture, engineering, and mechanical procedures of construction.

Introduces young readers to the history of the White House, explaining why it is important and describing the rooms where the president works and lives.

A chronicle of the White House from the time of its inception in President George Washington's administration to its place in American history today.

Discusses the planning and building of the Washington Monument, erected in honor of George Washington, the first president of the United States, and provides information about the National Mall where the monument is located.

Provides background information on the Vietnam War and on the memorial that was built to honor those who died during this conflict.

Photographs and easy-to-read text introduce young readers to the history and significance of the Statue of Liberty.