About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child is captivated by city skylines, construction sites, and asks endless questions about how giant buildings get made. This engaging graphic novel breaks down the complex science and history of skyscraper engineering into fun, digestible comic panels. It covers everything from digging the foundation and assembling the steel skeleton to the science of wind resistance and the many jobs involved. The book champions themes of curiosity, perseverance, and the incredible power of teamwork. Perfect for visual learners and reluctant readers ages 8 to 12, it transforms a potentially dry STEM topic into a thrilling visual adventure, satisfying a child's wonder about the built world.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book includes a brief, factual mention of the collapse of the World Trade Center towers on September 11, 2001. This is discussed from a secular, engineering perspective, focusing on the structural failure rather than the human tragedy. The approach is direct and informational.
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