The science of buildings : the sky-scraping story of structures / written by Alex Woolf ; [artists, Isobel Lundie, Bryan Beach].
This book explores the science of architecture since ancient times, and examines the life cycle of a building, from design to demolition. It looks at the challenges faced by todays architects, including how to build in areas prone to natural disaster, and how to build sustainably, so that our structures don't end up damaging the planet.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780531131947
- ISBN: 0531131947
- ISBN: 9780531133941
- ISBN: 053113394X
- Physical Description: 32 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
- Publisher: New York : Franklin Watts, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., 2019.
- Copyright: ©2017.
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Includes index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Ancient buildings -- Medieval buildings -- A buildings life cycle -- How are buildings designed and planned? -- Building materials -- How are buildings constructed? -- Skyscrapers -- How do we build in disaster zones? -- How do we build sustainably? -- Demolition -- What is the future of buildings? -- The future of building material?.
- Target Audience Note:
- 1080L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.2 1 501052.
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- 3 of 3 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library. (Show)
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | J720 WOO (Text) | 36015001420831 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| King Public Library | J 720 WOO (Text) | 30094100424628 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Pack Memorial Library | j720 WOO (Text) | 0020512473263 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
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