Golden Gate Bridge

Name: Golden Gate Bridge
ISBN: 9781515728146

Building America's Landmarks Series

For the child fascinated by how monumental structures are built, this book demystifies the history and creation of a world-famous landmark.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their curious child, fascinated by how things work, asks how a massive structure like a bridge is even possible. "Golden Gate Bridge" provides a clear and engaging answer, detailing the incredible history, engineering challenges, and human effort behind this world-famous landmark. It's a fantastic nonfiction read for ages 8-12 that goes beyond simple facts to explore themes of perseverance, collaboration, and the power of a big idea. By breaking down a monumental feat into understandable steps, it nurtures a child's sense of wonder and shows them that even the most impossible-seeming goals can be achieved with ingenuity and teamwork.

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What Parents Should Know

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Factually discusses the extreme dangers of the construction work and the deaths of workers on the project.

Sensitive Topics

The book addresses the deaths of workers during construction. The approach is direct and factual, treating it as a historical reality of such a dangerous project. It specifically mentions the 11 men who died when a scaffold fell. The context is secular and historical. The overall tone remains one of triumph and achievement, but it doesn't shy away from the human cost involved.