Fantastic Feats and Failures

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a project that went wrong or when they show a budding interest in how the world is built. It offers a fascinating look at twenty structures, from the Great Wall of China to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, examining why some became icons of success while others collapsed into disaster. Beyond the engineering, the book explores the human side of creation: the pride of accomplishment, the shame of mistakes, and the resilience needed to try again. It is perfect for children aged 8 to 12 who enjoy logic, history, and the science of how things work. Parents will appreciate how it frames failure not as an end point, but as a crucial part of the learning and design process.