Look at that building! : a first book of structures

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Where to find it

Information & Library Science Library — Juvenile

Call Number
J690 Ritchie
Status
Available

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Summary

Learning about buildings and how they are constructed has never been so much fun. This gem of a book introduces young readers to basic construction concepts through the eyes of five friends keen on building a doghouse for their pet pooch, Max. To find out more about the task, Yulee, Martin, Nick, Sally and Pedro head to the library, where they learn about foundations, beams, frames and other building fundamentals. Fun facts, bright illustrations and comic-book-style discussions among the characters add to the mix. An activity at the end of the book invites readers to make their own mini doghouse out of marshmallows, paper, glue and craft sticks.

Contents

Buildings all around us -- Home plans -- Firm foundation -- A place to stand -- Look up! -- Nature's buildings -- Up the wall -- Frame it! -- Super shapes -- Cool columns -- Indoor outdoor -- A roof over our heads -- Back to the tree house -- Make a mini doghouse.

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