The Art of Construction: Projects and Principles for Beginning Engineers & Architects (Ziggurat Book)
by By Salvadori, Mario, Hooker, Saralinda, and Ragus, Christopher
Category: Juvenile Nonfiction , Architecture

Students discover the basic principles necessary to build all types of structures used in everyday life including bridges, skyscrapers, and other architectural gems. Line art illustrations help to explain projects that demonstrate how these principles keep structures solid. Perfect for kids who wonder why, and love to figure things out! All projects are easily done with materials found around-the-house.