| Architecture and Construction: Building Pyramids, Log Cabins, Castles, Igloos, Bridges, and Skyscrapers (Scholastic Voyages of Discovery. Visual) |  | Authors: Scholastic Books, Of Discovery Voyages Publisher: Scholastic Category: Book
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Rating: 1 reviews Sales Rank: 285634
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language), English (Published) Media: Hardcover Reading Level: Ages 4-8 Number Of Items: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1 Dimensions (in): 9 x 8.3 x 0.8
ISBN: 0590476440 Dewey Decimal Number: 720 EAN: 9780590476447
Publication Date: October 1995 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description A lavish introduction to architecture features die-cut comparisons of igloos, huts, and yurts; a fold-out cross-section spread of the Coliseum; a mini-book that highlights a castle; and a tracing page depicting Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water.
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Architecture and Construction July 13, 2000 Ahmed (Canada) 8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Architecture and Construction is the tenth issue of Scholastic's voyages of discovery. It is excellent for children to learn the different works of architecture around the world. It also shows how the structures were made and stories about famous architects. This book shows all kinds of architectural monuments. From Paris pyramids to icy igloos, from Parthenon pillars to building bridges, this book is definetly one you have to buy! This book covers architecture works from six of the seven world continents. It also shows the different kinds of houses in the world and many tall skyscrapers. You also get a free 1883 newspaper article marking the celebrations for the Brooklyn Bridge. This fabulous book would appeal to people in the age group of 6 to 13. You have to buy it!
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