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Building & Engineering Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,658 books about building & engineering
0–3 yrs
538 books
4–7 yrs
1260 books
8–11 yrs
822 books
By format:
Chapter Books
(1383)
Graphic Novels
(107)
Early Readers
(80)
Picture Books
(63)
Young Adult
(36)
Middle Grade
(23)
Poetry
(10)
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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Arlene Blanchard's Easy-to-Read #2
The Dump Truck
Arlene Blanchard
It is Ben's very first day on the job at the quarry, and he is learning exactly how to command and operate a massive, po
Ages 2–5
Usborne Young Reading: Series Two
Fighter Planes
Henry Brook
For the child captivated by things that go fast: this early reader introduces the history and technology of fighter jets
Ages 5–8
Signature Lives
Benjamin Franklin: Scientist and Statesman
Brenda Haugen, Andrew Santella
For the curious child who loves to tinker and ask why, this biography explores how Ben Franklin used his scientific mind
Ages 9–12
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12–18 yrs
58 books
Fun Facts Picture Book for Kids #4
Berlin
Marilyn Trueluck
For the child preparing for a family trip or curious about the world, this guide uses bright photos and simple facts to
Ages 4–9
Black Innovators
Spark: Jim West's Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone
Ainissa Ramirez
For the child who constantly takes toys apart to see how they work: discover how Jim West's childhood curiosity led to t
Ages 6–10
Professor Branestawm #2
Professor Branestawm's Treasure Hunt
Norman Hunter
From unspillable teacups to liquid carpets, Professor Branestawm's inventions are as brilliant as they are chaotic in th
Ages 8–12
LEGO Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu #1
Way of the Ninja
Tracey West
For the child who loves action and is finding their footing in a new group. Discover the power of working together and s
Ages 6–10
How Things Work
Planes, Gliders, Helicopters, and Other Flying Machines
Terry Jennings
Labelled diagrams and hands-on experiments reveal the inner workings of planes and helicopters to show exactly how these
Ages 7–11
Maker Comics #11
Design a Game!
Bree Wolf, Jesse Fuchs
For the young inventor who loves board games or video games and is ready to stop playing and start creating their own in
Ages 9–12
Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman #4
Show's Over
Jamie Michalak
Ruff Ruffman's bad day turns into an overseas mission involving a vegetable-oil-powered doghouse and a hands-on experime
Ages 6–9
Before I Made History #2
Let's Fly, Wilbur and Orville!
Peter Roop, Connie Roop
Long before they reached the sky, the Wright brothers were busy tinkerers running a printing press and a bike shop in th
Ages 6–9
Usborne See Inside
See Inside The First World War
Rob Lloyd Jones
For the curious learner ready to explore history beyond textbooks. This interactive guide uses detailed flaps to reveal
Ages 7–11
Science Comics #16
The Periodic Table of Elements
Jon Chad
For the child who loves adventure but struggles with dry textbooks, this high-stakes graphic novel turns the building bl
Ages 9–12
Minecraft
Minecraft Atlas of the World
Craig Jelley
For the young gamer who loves to explore every corner of their favorite digital world and wants to master its many biome
Ages 8–12
Daddy and Me
Karen Katz
For the toddler who loves 'helping' with grown-up tasks, this interactive book celebrates the simple joy of working side
Ages 1–4
Shake, Rattle and Roll
Guy Davis
For the child who asks 'why did the ground shake,' this gentle guide explains the science of earthquakes and how to stay
Ages 6–9
Road Builders
B.G. Hennessy
For the child who stops at every construction site to watch the trucks. Discover the step-by-step process of how machine
Ages 3–7
A World of Field Trips #1
Going to a Stadium
Rebecca Rissman
Giant fields, towering seats, and exciting crowds await on a trip to the stadium. See what makes these massive venues so
Ages 4–7
LEGO Ninjago #6
Return of the Djinn
Greg Farshtey
For the early reader who loves action and building blocks, this graphic novel helps children see the power of working to
Ages 6–8
Engineering Wonders
The Golden Gate Bridge
Rebecca Stanborough
Uncover the massive engineering effort and historical secrets behind the construction of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
Ages 8–11
A Girl Can Build Anything
e.E. Charlton-Trujillo, Pat Zietlow Miller
For the girl who loves to tinker and create, this book celebrates the power of big ideas, from building birdhouses to co
Ages 3–7
Farther Than the Moon
Lindsay Lackey
For the child balancing a personal dream with deep family loyalty. A high-stakes space camp adventure explores what it m
Ages 8–12
Where People Work
Where Do People Work?
Helen Gregory
For the curious child wondering where parents and neighbors go all day, this guide explores the busy world of work throu
Ages 4–7
Panda and Gander #2
Panda's New Toy
Joyce Dunbar
Panda is so excited about his brand-new toy that he isn't quite ready to let Gander have a turn to play with it.
Ages 2–5