Families who loved How Science Saved the Eiffel Tower by Emma Bland Smith often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child faces a setback or feels that their hard work is being undervalued. It is a perfect choice for the young tinkerer who needs to see that creativity and logic can be powerful tools for advocacy. The story follows Gustave Eiffel as he fights to save his iconic tower from being demolished after the 1889 World's Fair. By repurposing the structure for weather experiments and radio transmission, he proves that beauty and utility can go hand in hand. It is an inspiring look at resilience and out-of-the-box thinking for children ages 6 to 9, emphasizing that a 'no' is often just an invitation to find a better 'yes.'
