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How a bridge is built / by Sam Aloian.

Aloian, Sam, (author.).

Summary:

Bridges are a big part of how people get from place to place. But how do they work and how are they built? In this engaging text, readers will explore these important engineering marvels that link places divided by water. Along the way they'll learn how to build their own model bridge with a step-by-step guide accompanied by full-color photographs of each step. Accessible text illuminates the science behind every span we drive over and sometimes under!--Amazon

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781482439212
  • ISBN: 1482439212
  • ISBN: 9781482439199
  • ISBN: 1482439190
  • Physical Description: 24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x 23 cm.
  • Edition: First edition
  • Publisher: New York, NY : Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2016.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Place to place -- Hold it up -- Using the forces -- Get to work -- Falsework -- Bridge types -- On deck -- Joining together -- Make your own truss.
Study Program Information Note:
Accelerated Reader AR LG 4.9 0.5 179669.
Accelerated Reader AR LG 5.4 0.5 179669.
Subject:
Bridges > Design and construction > Juvenile literature.

Available copies

  • 5 of 5 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.

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Jacksonville Main Library J624.2 ALO (Text) 36015000582664 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -