structural design

Provides instructions for young students on how to build and use a marble run.

Presents an introduction to engineering, and tells the stories of a selection of engineering feats and failures, including the Sydney Opera House, the Eiffel Tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and many others.

"[An introduction to] One World Trade Center, which is also known as the Freedom Tower. Readers will learn all about its construction, why it was constructed, the materials and security that went into building it, and it's uses"--Publisher.

This title is all about the unique and recognizable observation tower in Seattle, the Space Needle. Readers will learn all about its construction for the 1962 World's Fair, what it's made from, and what its uses are today. This title is written at a Level 3, specifically for transitional readers.Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

"The modern skylines of major cities around the globe are both majestic and awe-inspiring. Since the turn of the century, ever more impressive and innovative skyscrapers have been built. This resource features the tallest and most famous buildings standing, and inspires young aspiring architects and engineers to dream of ever taller buildings"--Publisher.

Provides an overview of the history and development of skyscrapers and high rises, describing the methods used to design and build them and highlighting some of the world's tallest and most advanced buildings.

Presents an introduction to engineering, and tells the stories of a selection of engineering feats and failures, including the Sydney Opera House, the Eiffel Tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and many others.