Children’s / Teenage general interest: Architecture, buildings and construction

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Book SynopsisLittle Explorers: Let's Go! is a first information series for curious youngsters from 3 to 6 years old about the familiar places we go. Let's explore the hospital!With sturdy flaps to lift on every page, little ones can have hands-on fun finding out about what goes on inside a hospital. Young readers will love opening doors, seeing what's in each room and finding out what all the different people in the hospital do. Meet a surgeon, a radiologist and a triage nurse, find out what happens when a baby is born and learn how therapy dogs help patients feel better.This book features over 30 sturdy flaps to lift, along with charming artwork that introduces new concepts and vocabulary in a simple and accessible way.Part of the bestselling LITTLE EXPLORERS lift-the-flap series, which has sold more than ONE MILLION copies worldwide.Trade ReviewThis chunky hardback is packed with facts and exciting comic strips and information-filled graphics. 3-6-year-olds will learn about all the highly trained people who work in hospitals and what they do. Peering into different rooms, readers can explore inside. Under the flaps inquiring minds will find answers, insight and surprises! * School Reading List *

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Book SynopsisThis fun, accessible guide contains instructions on how to build and play 12 different minigames within Minecraft. It''s fun, simple and perfect for anyone who plays Minecraft with buddies online.Have you ever wanted to race, quest or even play Battle Royale with friends in Minecraft? All it takes to make a cool minigame is some time, some blocks and an online friend or two! The games are designed to be made in regular Minecraft, with no mods or hacking needed. They range in difficulty from simple mazes to more complex race tracks and obstacle courses. Thanks to simple, clear instructions, building the games is as much fun as making them. There''s also lots of information on how to get Minecraft multiplayer working, how to get your friends involved, and how to make sure you''re playing safely.The minigames include archery practice, Battle Royale, obstacle courses, arenas, race courses, boating challenges, and even sky races.They''re perfect for anyone who wants to play and create at the same time or for anyone who loves playing Minecraft with friends.

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Book SynopsisBuildings of every shape and size and from all corners of the world, populate this colourful and beautifully produced book that introduces children to history's most iconic architectural feats and the people behind them. In lively illustrated spreads, young readers will learn how Christopher Wren reconstructed an 11th-century cathedral after London's great fire of 1666 to become the St Paul's Cathedral that we know today and how its dome survived the Blitz. They will find out how Thomas Jefferson, in building his plantation, Monticello, created a new architecture for a new nation. They will be introduced to the genius of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe and Zaha Hadid and can examine in detail the wonders of the Eiffel Tower, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain and Rome's most beautiful theatre. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each architect's entry includes a concise biography, illustrations of major works and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Additional information about the buildings pictured, suggestions for further reading and online resources will satisfy the most curious of minds.Trade Review"Each architects entry includes a concise biography, illustrations of major works, additional information about the buildings pictured, suggestions for further reading, and online resources that will satisfy the most curious minds." -San Diego Family Magazine "This handsome book offers young people an informative introduction to architecture." -Carolyn Phelan, Booklist

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Book SynopsisExplore the amazing world of bridges, from ancient stone arches to modern marvels, and see how they connect our world.

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Book SynopsisPenny isn''t just the fourth little pig - she''s an engineer! So when big bad Wolfgang destroys her brothers'' homes, Penny comes to the rescue! When Wolfgang returns, Penny must use all her engineering know-how to save her family from his huffing and puffing. The True Story of the Three Little Pigs meets Rosie Revere, Engineer in this clever reimagining of The Three Little Pigs from Cece Loves Science authors Kimberly Derting and Shelli R. Johannes.

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew non-fiction series, this information book ties into The Day of the Vanishing School.Find out the answers to questions you''ve always wanted to know about disappearing things.All kinds of things can disappear ships, planes, treasure, buildings and even whole towns. In this book, you can find out where they went and if they were ever found again.Lime/Band 11 books have longer sentence structures and a greater use of literary language.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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Book Synopsis Paul Farrell's stackable cards are fun for all the family Build a skyscraper using the beautifully-designed cards, with only your imagination to limit you. Each pack contains 64 cards (105 x 69 mm) in a variety of graphic designs. Clever paper engineering allows you to slot the cards together, building up and out in whichever way you like! Also included is a short booklet, with descriptions of the key elements of a skyscraper and suggestions of how to build your masterpiece. You can go traditional or get abstract and construct your own crazy high-rise! Renowned illustrator Paul Farrell has designed these cards in a cool, graphic style – turning the image of a skyscraper into a work of art. Fun, educational, creative and mindful. The sky's the limit!Trade Review'There are SO many learning possibilities presented by this set … An excellent resource for home or school use.' ― Red Reading Hub 'A lovely idea for a Christmas gift, encouraging imagination, storytelling and creativity, while promoting fine motor development.' ― It's All About Stories

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Book SynopsisNow in paperback: A history of the construction of the Great Pyramid at Giza and the civilization that produced it. Here's the story of the Great Pyramid and the people who built it. In the author's telling, the Old Kingdom comes alive: a nation of farmers living on the green edge of a harsh desert with a king who was a god in life and in death. Tens of thousands of farmers left home each year to chisel hard stone without iron tools and move 10-ton blocks up steep grades without the use of a wheel, all to the glory of the Pharaoh. Wonders of the World series The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture. AGES: 9 to 13 AUTHOR: Elizabeth Mann has written nine Wonders of the World books, an award-winning series. She is former teacher in New York, holds an M.S.E. and is cofounder of Mikaya Press. Laura Lo Turco works from her studio in Brooklyn, New York. "The Great Pyramid" was her third book.Trade Review"the full page paintings are stunning; touched with tones of gold and textures that reflect a desert setting, they point to the mystery of this ancient civilisation.... beautifully designed." School Library Journal"

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Book SynopsisThe world has lots of impressive structures that we can visit! Read all about tall buildings, strong bridges, and huge statues which people see and use around the globe. Super Structures is from Fluent Reader Level 4 and is ideal for more fluent readers aged from 7+ who are starting to read independently.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisA unique guide to 30 of the world’s most beloved cities, including 5 U.S. cities, accompanied by more than 1,000 gorgeous watercolor illustrations, matched by a vibrant writing style.From the rain-soaked streets of London to the blooming cherry blossoms of Kyoto and the sun-scorched alleys of Cairo, this captivating book takes kids on a globe-trotting journey through the world’s most picturesque cities. It features more than 1,000 individual watercolor illustrations of 30 cities, including 5 cities from the USA: New York San Francisco Miami New Orleans Santa Fe By being immersed in the vibrant illustrations, kids will feel like they’re right there in each location, whether they’re boarding a red double-decker bus in London or zigzagging through crowds in a tuk-tuk in Cairo. As we stroll along streets steeped in history, we’ll admire ancient monuments and marvel at some wonders of modern architecture. And when we’re ready for a break, we can taste local delicacies, from croissants in France to sushi in Japan.Trade Review"Bustling Cities of the World is an oversized book that celebrates the world's major and busiest cities, from Cairo to London and Sydney to Vancouver. Introductions to each capture a sense of place and environment ("It's raining again-no surprise to Londoners. Nobody leaves home without a hat, cap, or umbrella-just look at Sherlock Holmes, a palace guard, even the Queen!"). Each city receives a two-page spread packed with illustrations of its major attributes, from foods and historical buildings to local districts, bridges, markets, and more. The result is a lively leisure read that holds educational attraction, as well." —Midwest Book Review"The illustrations are charmingly rendered and I like that each city's illustrations have a unifying color. This makes the page full of tiny illustrations feel cohesive. I feel like this would be a good book to read with younger kids, although older kids would probably appreciate the illustrations as well." —NetGalley-Reviewer"There is so much to discover in this book covering some of the largest and best-known cities around the globe. The illustration style is fresh and vibrant and captures the attention quickly. It has a very "travel sketchbook" feel to it which I absolutely loved." —NetGalley-Educator"This is a lovely book; the illustrations are beautiful and they will entice any family to pick it up and read it to and with their children. I like the very full pages, almost like a seek and find book, they seem to bustle just like the title of the book!" —NetGalley-Librarian"A fun illustrated description of cities around the world. The illustrations are cute, and each city has a simple, short description written about it." —NetGalley-Bookseller"It would be fun to encourage kids to make their own gallery of images that define their home city or state." —Flying Off My Bookshelf"The result is a lively leisure read that holds educational attraction, as well." —Donovan's Literary Services"The illustrations in the book are to die for! Each two-page spread features dozens of illustrations, ranging from architecture to food to famous residents. Kids will have fun searching through all the small details." —SmeeWHPL, Librarian"In this delightful book, you'll embark on a whirlwind tour of 30 of the world's most exciting cities, all brought to life with fun and vibrant watercolor illustrations. From the enigmatic Sphinx in Cairo to the iconic Parthenon in Athens, and the majestic elephants in Siem Reap, each page is a treasure trove of discovery. Jana Sedlackova's book provides a perfect blend of travel excitement and education, offering a little paragraph description on each page that will captivate your imagination. It's fun for budding globetrotters and anyone who dreams of exploring the world. So, if you're ready for an adventure without leaving your cozy reading nook, grab your copy of "Bustling Cities of the World" and get ready to wander the world, one city at a time!" —Read with a Rescue, IG"We love all the colorful pictures of the amazing things you can do & eat in different large cities around the world." —Three Bookworms, IG"This visual guide is a feast for the eyes. Each city is represented in a distinct colour palette that unifies the elements that comprise it, as well as reveals something about that place. I appreciated seeing the land acknowledgement on the Vancouver spread and would love to see another volume (or several!) of this collection for some lesser known cities — this book is so beautifully crafted, eye-catching, and engaging." —Fairytales and Fingerpaints, IG"Today, I’m sharing a book all three of us love exploring and planning future vacations around (at least my kids are, I guess they are planning on winning the lottery too). Bustling CITIES of the World, from rainy London to sun-torched Cairo you’ll feel like your right in the thick of these amazing cities all around the world. How we enjoy this book... We choose a city, and spend time on the page looking at and talking about all the pictures that represent the city. Then each kid chooses a couple things to learn more about. I love how this book has provided a path to interactive learning and sparked an interest in travel and learning about different cultures. I also love that it’s such a visual guide. " —Parkside Reads, IGTable of ContentsNORTH AMERICA:New York, USANew Orleans, USAMiami, USASanta Fe, USASan Francisco, USAVancouver, CanadaMexico City, MexicoSOUTH AMERICA:Rio de Janeiro, BrazilEUROPE:London, United KingdomAmsterdam, The NetherlandsBerlin, GermanyParis, FrancePrague, CzechiaRome, ItalyAthens, GreeceBarcelona, SpainLisbon, PortugalStockholm, SwedenReykjavík, IcelandAFRICA:Cairo, EgyptMarrakesh, MoroccoASIA:Jerusalem, IsraelIstanbul, TurkeyBeijing, ChinaVaranasi, IndiaBangkok, ThailandSiem Reap, CambodiaHoi An, VietnamKyoto, JapanAUSTRALIA:Sydney, Australia

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Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelLook around you every building that you see was designed by someone. Many of the buildings standing today were either designed or influenced by architects working thousands of years ago. Find out about famous architects through history and the amazing buildings they designed.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.Text type An information book.The book is organised into short chapters to help children practise the skills of locating and identifying important information.The glossary and index on pages 30 and 31 can be used to develop children''s information retrieval skills further.Curriculum links History

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 16 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary.No one really knows how Stonehenge was built or why Tikal was suddenly abandoned. Find out about the world''s most mysterious structures in this non-fiction book.Orange/Band 6 offers varied text and characters, with action sustained over several pages.The focus sounds in this book are: /ai/ a, eigh /ee/ e-e , y, e, ey /oo/ u /igh/ ie, y /ch/ tch, t /c/ ch /j/ g, ge, dge /l/ le /f/ ph /w/ wh /v/ ve /s/ se /z/ sePages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with c

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.All you need to know about capturing a castle, with lessons from 700 years of castle-capturing history.Lime Plus/Band 11+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina.Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.Rob is a dad and he writes books. He works hidden away in an upstairs room so he can get some peace and quiet, but if he looks out of the window, and stretches his neck just a

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Skyscrapers tower over our cities, but how are they built and what are they made of? Explore these fascinating buildings and discover some surprising facts about how they're made.Ruby/Band 14 books give increasing opportunities for children to develop their skills of inference and deduction.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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Book SynopsisHow tall are towers? Who cleans the window of the Burj Khalifa? Find out more about skyscrapers and the science of tall towers.Do You Know? is a series of levelled non-fiction books featuring video content, project work and critical-thinking activities to motivate and engage young learners. Covering a range of STEM topics from nocturnal animals to climate change, Do You Know? takes an enquiry-based approach, developing children''s language, communication and investigation skills.Recommended for children aged 7+, there are four levels progressing from CEFR level Pre-A1 to level A2. Each reader is accompanied by online video content, audio, video and comprehension activities, and suggestions for project work. Tall Towers, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

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Book SynopsisSigne Torp is a Norwegian illustrator living in Oslo. She has an MA in Children's Book Illustration from the Cambridge School of Art, where she graduated with a distinction. She is the author of one other picture book, Babushka Book.Trade Review'Extraordinary ... [a] beautiful book' - @maistorybooklibrary'Spectacular ... a joy to behold' - @thecolourfulchronicles'An artistic, creative, and cultural journey ...magical and detailed illustrations show us homes packed with laughter, books, stories, smells, music, children’s artwork, and family traditions' - World Kids

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Book SynopsisRob Colson is an author and editor of a wide range of books for children and adults, including many natural history, maths, and science titles. Previous titles as author: Ultimate Cars, Ultimate Machines and Super Science. Other titles include Bone Collection: Animals, Puzzles, Conundrums, and Enigmas.Moreno Chiacchiera is an Italian illustrator who has published dozens of history, maths, and science books for children. His bright, busy artworks are full of intriguing details that children love to explore in great depth.

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Book SynopsisTake a look at how skyscrapers were designed, how engineers make sure they stay upright and how the science of gravity means they don't fall down. Find out about scale, plans and perspective, explore interesting architecture from bridges and tunnels to cathedrals and stadiums, and admire the work of some of the world's most famous architects. Try activities such as designing your own skyscraper using marshmallows and spaghetti.Inject some fun into STEAM topics, with these lively examinations of buildings, robots, computers, vehicles, materials and space! This bright, colourful series aims to inspire children aged 8 and up with a lifelong love of STEAM subjects.Trade ReviewThis colourful, activity-packed series is a great way to interest girls and boys in STEAM subjects. Starting with the basics of how structures are built, the book gives clear step-by-step descriptions of all that goes into building structures ... a fascinating read which is very informative. * Parents In Touch *Ideal for widening the interests of older primary pupils who will probably cover the basic concepts in science or maths lessons, but the extension of those lessons into real world scenarios, such as buildings, will spark the imagination of the curious child. -- June Hughes * The School Librarian *Table of Contents 1: Starting out 1: Materials 1: Structure 1: Arches and domes 1: Designing a building 1: Scale and plans 1: Perspective 1: Ancient buildings 1: Greeks and Romans 1: Castles and cathedrals 1: Hall of fame: architects 1: Houses 1: Eco-friendly buildings 1: Skyscrapers 1: Hall of fame: landmarks 1: Hall of fame: public buildings 1: Bridges 1: Hall of fame: bridges 1: Tunnels 1: When things go wrong 1: Hostile conditions 1: Glossary and further reading 1: Index

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Book SynopsisHelp your child to develop their growth mindset as they discover how real engineers look at the world and how they think. Children's brains are powerful and flexible, but they need exercising and challenging to develop. In this book they will uncover the core skills that can make a good engineer great, and be encouraged to have a go at some simple activities to help them to train their brain to become better at applying outstanding engineering practice. By uncovering the way that real engineers look at the world and approach problems scientifically, they will be learning skills that will set them in good stead for life. Each topic is broken down into manageable chunks, so the reader can build up their skills and naturally develop their thinking.Each book contains biographies of four top engineers, and the humorous illustrations throughout help the reader to understand some of the trickier concepts.Ideal for students aged 8+ who are studying engineering or S.T.E.A.M. topics at key stage 2.Titles in this series:Think Like An AstronautThink Like An ArtistThink Like a CoderThink Like An EngineerThink Like A MathematicianThink Like A ScientistTable of Contents 1: What is an engineer? 1: Find a problem 1: State the problem 1: Charles Kuen Kao: Fibre-optic pioneer 1: Imagine a solution 1: Brainstorm 1: Don't be scared 1: Break it down 1: Margaret Knight: Prolific inventor 1: Choose the best solution 1: Draw your project 1: Nikola Tesla: Electric power trailblazer 1: Plan your project 1: Build your project 1: Don't be discouraged 1: Review your project 1: Emily Roebling: Bridge builder 1: Improve your project 1: Upcycle 1: Awesome engineers 1: You can do it! 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisHelp your child to develop their growth mindset as they discover how real engineers look at the world and how they think. Children's brains are powerful and flexible, but they need exercising and challenging to develop. In this book they will uncover the core skills that can make a good engineer great, and be encouraged to have a go at some simple activities to help them to train their brain to become better at applying outstanding engineering practice. By uncovering the way that real engineers look at the world and approach problems scientifically, they will be learning skills that will set them in good stead for life. Each topic is broken down into manageable chunks, so the reader can build up their skills and naturally develop their thinking.Each book contains biographies of four top engineers, and the humorous illustrations throughout help the reader to understand some of the trickier concepts.Ideal for students aged 8+ who are studying engineering or S.T.E.A.M. topics at key stage 2.Titles in this series:Think Like An AstronautThink Like An ArtistThink Like a CoderThink Like An EngineerThink Like A MathematicianThink Like A ScientistTable of Contents 1: What is an engineer? 1: Find a problem 1: State the problem 1: Charles Kuen Kao: Fibre-optic pioneer 1: Imagine a solution 1: Brainstorm 1: Don't be scared 1: Break it down 1: Margaret Knight: Prolific inventor 1: Choose the best solution 1: Draw your project 1: Nikola Tesla: Electric power trailblazer 1: Plan your project 1: Build your project 1: Don't be discouraged 1: Review your project 1: Emily Roebling: Bridge builder 1: Improve your project 1: Upcycle 1: Awesome engineers 1: You can do it! 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThis book describes the features, construction, and history of the Panama Canal. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while colorful photos make the book engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 23) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 37.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at construction sites. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisCelebrating more than thirty examples of nature's influence on building and bridge designs all over the world.

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Book SynopsisDump Truck, Dump Truck Coming through! I spy a triangle—how about you? It's no secret that toddlers of any gender love big vehicles. Shape Up, Construction Trucks! uses rhyming verse and bright photographs to celebrate this enthusiasm in a unique take on conceptual shape books. Each spread highlights geometric shapes hiding in plain sight on excavators, bulldozers, cranes, and more. And after the toddlers have browsed the pages to their heart's content, a final note to parents offers enriching, age-appropriate activities to keep building their child's foundational learning skills. With repetitive, easy-to-remember verse from the award-winning author of Nat the Cat Can Sleep Like That, Victoria Allenby's Shape Up, Construction Trucks! is a highly visual shape book that digs deep. It earned starred reviews from School Library Journal, which called it, "clear, crisp, clean, and concise," and from Kirkus Reviews, which declared it was "sure to be a hit."Trade ReviewPraise for Shape Up, Construction Trucks! 2022 Mathical Book Prize Honor Book School Library Journal blogger Elizabeth Bird’s “2020 Math Books for Kids” selection 2020 CBC Books “52 Canadian picture books coming out in fall 2020” selection 2021 CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens Selection ★ STARRED REVIEW “Storytime gets a kick in the pants with this jaunty combo of shapes and vehicles....Clear, crisp, clean, and concise—trucks and shapes have never before looked (or sounded) this good.”—Kirkus Reviews Starred Review ★ STARRED REVIEW “Large photos, bold type, and color-specific shapes serve as wonderful aids for young readers to strengthen their identification skills....Sure to be a hit with collections and storytimes.”—School Library Journal Starred Review “Allenby’s book is almost too good for its very simple premise….As the Kirkus review pointed out, you could do a whole storytime and sing this book to the “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” song and make a whole construction production out of it!”—Elizabeth Bird, A Fuse #8 Production “Combining these two concepts – construction and shapes – is a novel idea and is effective at building vocabulary in both areas....Shape Up, Construction Trucks! is a simple book executed well.”—CM Magazine “This book covers so many different topics all in one book!...The book allows a parent to increase the difficulty of the book based on the readers reading level at the time….What I love the most about this book is at the end it gives parents different ways to read through the book. That is so helpful for parents who are often looking to get the most for their dollar on every item they purchase for a child.”—Youth Services Book Review “This fun picture books uses the interest that many children have in construction equipment to teach them about shapes....I always love picture books that combine fun and learning and this is a good example.”—Canadian Bookworm “A bright, bold, and fun story…With a terrifically clean and clever layout relying on rhyme and repetition, each page spread focuses on introducing one truck and one shape…Likely to be a hit during read aloud time and/or with readers who adore anything related to trucks or construction vehicles…”—Fab Book Reviews

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Book SynopsisJoin Maxie as they build their dream skyscraper from the ground up. Zoom: Building Site Adventure is the next entry is What on Earth Books' Zoom series of 36-page board books written by Susan Hayes, with peek-a-boo holes through the pages and a surprise popup.

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Book SynopsisThis series of visually rich instruction books for LEGO® creations is perfect for children ages 5 and up.Inside Volume 2 you'll find a range of creative models to put together--from dinosaurs to desert scenes, from boats and bridges to bustling city scenes, and much more, created using the LEGO® Classic set 10695, or bricks you already have at home. Each book in this interactive series contains 3-5 “dioramas” featuring a diverse range of models. Full color, step-by-step diagrams guide you through the process, enhancing the fun.Build hours of family fun with the Build It! instruction book series. Trade Review"Enthusiastically recommended for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections." * Children's Bookwatch / The Hobby Shelf *"Perfect for young children, who should be able to follow the instructions and build the models themselves. . . A very nice series that can keep young LEGO fans busy for a long time." * The Brick Blogger *“What's great about them is that they present kids with things they realistically can build." * Daddy Mojo *“We LOVE these books.” * Laura Fuentes, Momables *"Books to Unplug With - For those looking to get away from screens for a while, publishers offer up new gift books and sidelines: As the world becomes more heavily reliant on technology, gift books and sidelines offer people the opportunity to unplug and connect with one another. . . Graphic Arts Books is pubbing a gift book series for kids age five and up. Build it! Make Supercool Models with Your Lego Classic Set is a new series of books for young Lego Builders." * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisWith simple, step-by-step directions and a visually rich design, the Build It! unique series of instruction books for LEGO® creations helps young children learn and have fun simultaneously.Inside Volume 3 you'll find a range of creative models to put together--from neighborhood scenes to exotic animals to a busy airport, and much more, created using the LEGO® Classic set 10698, or bricks you already have at home. Each book in this interactive series contains 3-5 “dioramas” featuring a diverse range of models. Full color, step-by-step diagrams guide you through the process, enhancing the fun.Build hours of family fun with the Build It! instruction book series. Trade Review"Enthusiastically recommended for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections." * Children's Bookwatch / The Hobby Shelf *“What's great about them is that they present kids with things they realistically can build." * Daddy Mojo *“Perfect for young children, who should be able to follow the instructions and build the models themselves. . . A very nice series that can keep young LEGO fans busy for a long time.” * The Brick Blogger *“We LOVE these books.” * Laura Fuentes, Momables *"Books to Unplug With - For those looking to get away from screens for a while, publishers offer up new gift books and sidelines: As the world becomes more heavily reliant on technology, gift books and sidelines offer people the opportunity to unplug and connect with one another. . . Graphic Arts Books is pubbing a gift book series for kids age five and up. Build it! Make Supercool Models with Your Lego Classic Set is a new series of books for young Lego Builders." * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisChildren will be utterly absorbed by this journey through the history of architecture, from the earliest mud huts to today's soaring towers. Chronologically arranged, this large-format book gives each iconic building its own double-page spread featuring an exquisite watercolour illustration and clearly written descriptions, facts, and features. These vibrantly detailed pages are filled with people, animals, and other objects that help bring the buildings to life. A detailed appendix includes a timeline, a world map that points out where each building can be found, and an extensive glossary. Children will enjoy poring over this book - and will come away with a fundamental understanding of not only the most common architectural terms, but of how the built world has evolved marvellously over time.Trade Review"The book shouldn't be limited to children. It has plenty to offer young adults and adults who desire a brief glimpse at architecture and how styles have changed through the millennia." --Booklist

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Book SynopsisThe bridges profiled in this engaging book for young readers have achieved legendary status. Filled with photographs, plans, drawings and informative texts it explores the fascinating history, construction, design and significance of 13 renowned structures in a manner that will appeal to children hungry for information. In double-page spreads that highlight important as well as little-known facts, they will learn about the building of the Millau Viaduct, the tallest bridge in the world; how the Golden Gate bridge lives up to its evocative name; the haunting history of Venice's 16th-century Bridge of Sighs, and the ingenious construction methods devised by the builders of the Brooklyn Bridge. Vibrantly designed to encourage children to linger and explore the subject further, this book will appeal to curious minds, and inspire its young readers to dream and build on their own.Trade Review"Each book in this kid-friendly series showcases 13 notable artists or architects; important works (from bridges to Sculpture); or movements within the fields of art, fashion, and architecture. These comprehensive, visually appealing books are international in scope and always intelligently written." --Booklist About the series

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Book SynopsisA Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Selected for the Children’s Book Council’s July 2023 “Hot Off The Press” Reading List In the next book in the How the Wonders Were Built series, the new seven wonders of the world are introduced from the architectural point of view in this fully illustrated title. The Great Wall of China, Petra, The Colosseum, Chichén Itzá, Machu Picchu, The Taj Mahal, and Christ the Redeemer were selected as the new seven wonders of the world by over 600 million people who participated in a vote between 2000 and 2007. But have you ever wondered how these monumental structures were built centuries ago without using the modern technologies and heavy machinery that is available today? This book will give you the answers you are looking for. These buildings are a cross-section of world architecture, offering a unique opportunity to compare the approaches, but also cultures of the entire world and different historical periods. Come and travel with us across the world and time and peek behind the curtain of the creation of the architectural monuments that have helped shape the current world.Trade ReviewA Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionSelected for the Children’s Book Council’s July 2023 “Hot Off The Press” Reading List "A useful, interesting book for both research and browsing." —Penny Peck—SJSU iSchool, Association of California Libraries"I loved this cool book! It’s like diving into history. Each page has little snippets of information that are easy to read. I love the design of the pages, and the beautiful artwork. I found it really interesting to learn so much about these incredible places." —Luminous Libro Blog"History, cultural revelations, and colorful drawings backed with detail bring these achievements to life in a picture book highly recommended for libraries interested in a broader range of wonders based on revised modern perceptions of what makes for a great architectural creation." —Midwest Book Review-Children's Bookwatch"Especially and unreservedly recommended for elementary school, middle school, and community library architecture, monument, and history themed picture book collections." —Midwest Book Review-Children's Bookwatch"These buildings are a unique cross-section of world architecture and "How the New Seven Wonders of the World Were Built" offers a unique opportunity to compare the approaches, but also cultures of the entire world and different historical periods. Come and armchair travel across the world and time and peek behind the curtain of the creation of the architectural monuments that have helped shape the current world." —Midwest Book Review-Children's Bookwatch"This was such a fun and interesting book to read with my kids. My son who would like to be an architect when he gets older loved reading about the different methods used to create these beautiful places. The illustrations were highly detailed. I like that the authors and illustrators also went over the peoples that lived in the area at the time. I really like having this book for our history curriculum!" —Cherokee Crum, YA Books Central"Readers interested in archeology, architecture, and engineering will find a wealth of information in this oversized look at the seven wonders of the modern world." —Susan Harari, Keefe Library, Boston Latin School, Boston, MA"How the New Seven Wonders of the World Were Built presents a revised list of world wonders selected by some 600 million people who voted for structures from 2000 to 2017. Thus, young readers will discover not just ancient architecture, but modern wonders chosen not by privileged scholars, but by ordinary people. History, cultural revelations, and colorful drawings backed with detail bring these achievements to life in a picture book highly recommended for libraries interested in a broader range of wonders based on revised modern perceptions of what makes for a great architectural creation." —Donovan's Literary Services"I honestly had no idea there was an organization that created a poll for the new seven wonders! That was so cool to learn about and check out! Many of the places that were candidates, I had never heard of!" —Jan Farnworth, YA Books Central"You will love this book called HOW THE NEW SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD WERE BUILT. On each page, your child will discover the history of how the seven wonders were built. Maps, aesthetic illustrations, details of each culture & more…we are devouring this! Highly recommend it if you plan on doing any world history units this year." —Morningstar Homeschool, IG"HOW THE NEW SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD WERE BUILT is an incredible look at the new seven wonders of the world, chosen by the votes of over 600 million voters, in 2007. As someone who is fairly obsessed with the ancient wonders, I love that we have a list that takes a fresh look at the amazing creations of mankind. These pages have so many details and allow readers to become even more amazed by creations that we still consider pretty ancient!" —Picturebook Playdate, IG"I’m not sure who loved this more—me or my kids!! We’ve talked a lot about the 7 Wonders of the world, but I didn’t know a ton about them—until now! This beautiful non-fiction picture book takes you on a *wonderful journey (see what I did there?) all around the world and teaches you the ins and outs of these remarkable structures! I could sit and read this book all day, there’s so much to take in!" —Square Pegs Round World, IG"There are so many incredible landmarks and buildings around the world. I find it fascinating to learn more about the construction of these sites. Can you even imagine how these monumental structures were built without the use of modern technologies? My son has been working on a project on China for an upcoming geography fair. This book has been such an incredible resource to use to learn more about the construction of the Great Wall of China. Fully illustrated and packed with interesting information, this is a wonderful way to study architecture with kids." —Fun Reads for Kids, IG "This book is perfect for your future engineers and builders. It is all about how these 7 amazing structures were built: Colosseum, Petra, Taj Mahal, Chichen Itza, Christ the Redeemer, and The Great Wall of China." —Three Bookworms, IG"This book is indeed a historical journey around the globe, and, as you flip through the pages, you are transported in time and place. I appreciate how each section across the Seven Wonders shows us the typical dress at the time of the creation of the structure, which deepens the learning experience. What a well-crafted work of non-fiction to reveal these historical sites to contemporary readers.This book is clear, includes relevant illustrations to complement the text, and has a great balance between information delivered through the text and through the visuals making it accessible and immediately interesting." —Fairytales and Fingerpaints, IGTable of ContentsThe Great Wall of ChinaPetraThe ColosseumChichén ItzáMachu PicchuThe Taj MahalChrist the Redeemer

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Book SynopsisWith Minecraft still the most popular children's videogame title worldlwide, this expanded and updated edition of How to Beat Minecraft contains absolutely everything a player could possibly need to know about how to finish the game in single-player survival mode.Starting from the very first moment you begin the game in a completely new world, the book will show you the best methods for mining, crafting and creating a shelter, then lead you through farming, making enchanted objects, interacting with villagers, and exploring. Finally, you'll learn how to enter the dangerous world of the Nether and survive there, and how to beat the Ender Dragon and complete the game. It's packed full of info on the very latest completely new elements in Minecraft, including pillagers, pandas, shipwrecks and more.New additions to this edition include biomes like mangrove swamps, the Deep Dark, ancient cities, and mobs including tadpoles, frogs and the ominous Warden. This epic book has everything that a player needs to beat Survival Mode and become a Minecraft champion!

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