The Art of Construction: Projects and Principles for Beginning Engineers & Architects [Paperback]

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2000 | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Projects and Principles

Students discover the basic principles necessary to build all types of structures used in everyday life including bridges, skyscrapers, and other architectural gems. Line art illustrations help to explain projects that demonstrate how these principles keep structures solid. Perfect for kids who wonder why, and love to figure things out! All projects are easily done with materials found around-the-house.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A top choice for serious architecture students."  —School Library Journal

"An extraordinary book." —Chicago Tribune

"Loaded with projects, this book introduces maturing minds to the principles that guide architects and engineers as they design and construct buildings and bridges."  —School Shop

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

59 of 60 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring January 16, 2005

By A. Patrick

Format:Paperback

A dear friend gave me this book for my ninth birthday back in 1990. Today, I am a structural engineering associate with a major forensic engineering firm, and I know that much of my fascination with the field began with Salvadori's riveting explanations of the basic principles of structural design. This book is incredible for any kid with any scientific inclination!