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How do bridges not fall down? : a book about architecture & engineering / written by Jennifer Shand ; illustrated by Srimalie Bassani.
Basic principles of architecture and engineering presented in question and answer format.
Record details
- ISBN: 1486714854
- ISBN: 9781486714858
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations, colour map
- Publisher: Oakville, ON : Flowerpot Press, [2018]
- Copyright: ©2018
Content descriptions
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 12.99 |
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| Subject: | Engineering > Miscellanea > Juvenile literature. Architecture > Miscellanea > Juvenile literature. Children's questions and answers. |
Available copies
- 0 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | J 624 Sha | 31681020088647 | JNONFIC | Checked out | 01/07/2026 |
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Have you ever wondered how bridges donât fall down or how really old buildings stay standing up?
In the How Do series, readers are welcome to guess along with the rest of usâand then explore the science behind the right answers. Basic principles of architecture and engineering are explored through diagrams, photos, and informative and engaging text.
In How Do Bridges Not Fall Down?, readers will learn:
· Different types of bridges and their characteristics
· How column and beam structures are supported
· Building techniques used in ancient buildings and why they are still standing today
· How skyscrapers are built and how they are reinforced
· How structures are built based on their geographic location
