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Building & Engineering

522 books about building & engineering

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The Evolution of Video Games

For the young gamer who wonders where their favorite consoles came from, this book explores the tech journey from giant

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What Can We Take Away from the Renaissance Period?

For the middle-grade student curious about how the modern world began. Discover the era of 'rebirth' where art, science,

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Lady Liberty Enlightens the World

Baby Professor

For the curious child wanting to know more about the big green statue in New York harbor and what she stands for.

Ages 4–7

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The Gilded Wolves

Roshani Chokshi

For the teen seeking a place where they belong and the courage to claim their rightful place in a world that tries to er

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For the reader curious about the future and how big ideas can save civilization, this epic journey explores the power of

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Nugget on the Flight Deck

Patricia Newman

For the child who is fascinated by how airplanes work and the fast-paced world of a carrier deck. Learn the secret lingo

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Tom Swift Jr. #1

Tom Swift and His Outpost in Space

Victor Appleton II

For the curious child who dreams of building the future, this vintage adventure celebrates technical ingenuity and the t

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Just William #29

William and the Moon Rocket

Richmal Crompton

For the child whose big ideas often lead to messy results. This classic collection celebrates the chaotic creativity and

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Swallows and Amazons #6

For the child who thrives on autonomy and group projects, this classic celebrates the thrill of a summer spent solving p

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Stone Underpants

For the child who loves to tinker and build, this silly Stone Age tale celebrates the trial and error process of solving

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How Ben Franklin Stole the Lightning

Rosalyn Schanzer

For the child who is always asking 'how does that work?', this humorous look at Ben Franklin's inventions turns history

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Benny the Bear Learns to Try Again

For the child who struggles with perfectionism or wants to quit when things get tough. Benny the Bear shows that mistake

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Let's Explore! The Vehicles of the Town

For the little explorer who stops in their tracks at every siren or construction site, this rhyming journey brings the s

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The Wheels on the Truck

For the vehicle-obsessed toddler who loves to sing along. This playful twist on a classic rhyme introduces construction

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Space Explorers

Giulia De Amicis

For the child who gazes at the night sky with endless questions about what lies beyond. This visual guide turns complex

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Smurf Mini Storybooks #3

For the child learning to spot when something or someone isn't what they seem. A classic tale about protecting your comm

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Big Ideas That Changed the World #4

For the curious kid who loves gross-out facts and wants to know why we wash our hands, brush our teeth, and where all ou

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Solar System for Kids

The Sun and Moon

For the inquisitive child curious about how society works or what life might be like on another world. A classic space a

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For the curious child who loves exploring the past through vivid pictures and facts about how people really lived, worke

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The Berenstain Bears

The Berenstain Bears No Girls Allowed

Stan Berenstain

For the child feeling left out because of who they are, this classic tale shows how to handle exclusion with creativity

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Lift-the-Flap Tab #2

For the curious toddler who points at every passing truck: this sensory board book introduces big machinery through brig

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The S.Q.U.I.D. Squad #6

The Mineshaft Menace

For the young gamer who loves creative problem solving and needs a boost of courage to face big challenges with their fr

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Geronimo Stilton Graphic Novels #11

Geronimo Stilton Graphic Novels #11: We'll Always Have Paris

Geronimo Stilton

For the child who loves cracking codes and exploring the world. Join Geronimo on a high-speed chase through 1889 Paris t

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The Railway Series #31

Gordon the High Speed Engine

Christopher Awdry

For the child who takes pride in being the fastest or best and needs a gentle lesson on adapting to change and valuing t

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