Skyscrapers! With 25 Science Projects for Kids
Look up, up, up! How do skyscrapers get so tall? Skyscrapers are amazing feats of engineering that kids (and adults!) find fascinating. How do they get so high? Read More
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“The architecture and engineering of skyscraper technology is presented in a clear, concise manner for young readers. Advanced engineering concepts such as shear and gravity forces, wind loading, and structural behavior are all explained lucidly. I can recommend this book to any young reader who has an interest in architecture and engineering and wishes to explore skyscrapers.”
—Paul J. Armstrong, Associate Professor Emeritus, School of Architecture, University of Illinois
“Skyscrapers! shows how science has been used to build some of the world’s tallest buildings. Hands-on experiments let junior engineers and architects explore these principles first-hand while learning about the history and importance of skyscrapers around the world.”
—Thomas Leslie, FAIA, Professor in Architecture, Iowa State University
“This exciting book demystifies a complex subject of high-rise design and engineering to young readers. Illustrated with case studies and examples, it covers the history, technology, design, and vocabulary associated with tall buildings.”
—Ajla Aksamija, Associate Professor, University of Massachusetts
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Look up, up, up! How do skyscrapers get so tall? Skyscrapers are amazing feats of engineering that kids (and adults!) find fascinating. How do they get so high? How do they stay standing? Who is involved in designing and building these gravity-defying structures?
In Skyscrapers! With 25 Science Projects for Kids, children ages 7 to 10 learn about the principles of engineering that are used in building skyscrapers, as well as the history of skyscrapers themselves. Readers also explore the kinds of professionals that contribute to the raising of a skyscraper, from engineers to architects to construction teams. To answer the burning question on every young engineer's mind–how do skyscrapers stay standing?–readers discover the important designs used to build tall buildings.
Try these hands-on STEAM activities!
- Experiment with earthquake-resistant materials
- Test the relative strength of different shapes
- Discover the effect of vibration on structures
Look Inside
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Timeline
Introduction
Let’s Explore Skyscrapers
Chapter 1
Why Do We Need Skyscrapers?
Chapter 2
Engineering and Design
Chapter 3
Types of Skyscrapers
Chapter 4
Let the Building Begin!
Chapter 5
Famous Skyscrapers
Glossary
Metric Conversions
Resources
Essential Questions
Index