The art of construction : projects and principles for beginning engineers and architects
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The art of construction : projects and principles for beginning engineers and architects
Chicago Review Press, c1990
3rd ed
Available at 6 libraries
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Rev. ed. of: Building. New York : Atheneum, 1979
Summary: Explains how tents, houses, stadiums, and bridges are built, and how to build models of such structures using materials found around the home
Includes index
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Description
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.
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