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Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From initial design to grand opening, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the Gateway Arch was engineered and built.
As the tallest arch in the world, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis is an engineering feat. Millions each year travel to the viewing deck on top using the unique tram system. Elementary readers will learn why the "gateway to the west" was built and how engineers designed and constructed it. A progressive timeline highlights the...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to dedication, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was engineered and built.
Featuring over 58,000 Vietnam War soldiers' names, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial draws millions of people to its reflective black granite wall each year. Elementary readers will learn why this memorial was built, the controversy over Maya Lin's design, and how it became one of the most visited national monuments in America....
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to grand opening, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the One World Trade Center was engineered and built.
As the tallest skyscraper in North America, One World Trade Center attracts millions of visitors to its observation deck each year. This Freedom Tower stands for hope in the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Elementary readers will learn how architects designed the tower and how engineers made it one of...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From blasting a mountainside to carving four presidents' heads, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how Mount Rushmore was engineered and built.
Tucked away in the South Dakota Black Hills, Mount Rushmore attracts millions of visitors each year. Elementary readers will learn about Gutzom Borglum's idea and how it was carved from a mountain. A progressive timeline highlights the building sequence, from idea to national landmark. Carefully leveled...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to dedication, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the Golden Gate Bridge was engineered and built.
Once the world's longest suspension bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco was an engineering triumph of its time. Elementary readers will learn how engineers designed the bridge and what obstacles construction crews faced. A progressive timeline highlights the building sequence, from idea to national landmark. Carefully...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
As a symbol of freedom and democracy, the Statue of Liberty once welcomed new immigrants to America. Today, the iron monument attracts millions of people to its island. Elementary readers will learn why France gifted the United States with a statue and how it was built in both countries. A progressive timeline highlights the construction sequence, from idea to national landmark. Carefully leveled text and historical photographs inspire future engineers...