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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
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Chapter Books
(1383)
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(107)
Early Readers
(80)
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(63)
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(23)
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(10)
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3–5
6–8
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From the Good Mountain: How Gutenberg Changed the World
James Rumford
For the curious child who wonders how everyday objects are made, this riddle-filled journey reveals the natural origins
Ages 6–10
World History Biographies
Galileo: The Genius Who Faced the Inquisition
Philip Steele
Galileo used his telescope to prove the Earth revolves around the Sun, but standing by the truth meant facing the terrif
Ages 8–12
Stairway Decodables: My First Science Concepts #3
Pushes and Pulls
Laura Stickney
For the curious learner who wonders how toys move and balls fly, this book explains the invisible forces behind every pu
Ages 5–8
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12–18 yrs
58 books
Screwball
Alberta Armer
After polio changes his life, a young boy finds a new way to shine by pouring his heart and skill into building a racer
Ages 8–12
Inside #1
Inside: Inside the Great Pyramid
Carol Kim
For the curious learner who wonders how ancient people built massive structures without modern machines, this guide reve
Ages 7–10
Science Comics #12
Skyscrapers: The Heights of Engineering
John Kerschbaum
For the curious child who stares up at the city skyline wondering how those massive buildings don't fall over in the win
Ages 9–13
A History of Everyday Things in England #1
A History of Everyday Things in England, 1066-1499
Marjorie Quennell, C. H. B. Quennell
For the curious student who wonders what it was really like to live in a castle or a cottage, this detailed guide brings
Ages 9–14
Usborne Beginners
Tanks
Henry Brook
For the child fascinated by how big machines work and the history of armored vehicles. Perfect for young history buffs a
Ages 7–11
Seven Voyages: How China's Treasure Fleet Conquered the Sea
Laurence Bergreen, Sara Fray
For the child fascinated by history and massive machines, this book reveals how China's treasure fleet explored the worl
Ages 10–14
Bridges are to Cross
Philemon Sturges
From iron train trestles to fortified stone castle gates, see how different structures help people and vehicles cross ev
Ages 4–8
Ideas That Changed the World: Incredible Inventions and the Stories Behind Them
Julie Ferris
For the curious child who constantly asks 'how does that work?' or 'who thought of that?', this visual guide explores th
Ages 8–12
Big Machines #4
Dig, Dump, Roll
Sally Sutton
For the machine-obsessed child who loves to guess what comes next, this rhythmic construction story turns a building sit
Ages 2–5
Robert Crowther Pop-Up Books
Amazing Pop-up House of Inventions
Robert Crowther
Peek inside the rooms of a house to uncover the fascinating true stories behind how everyday objects were invented.
Ages 6–10
Little Blacknose: The Story of a Pioneer
Hildegarde Hoyt Swift
For the child who marvels at how things work and feels a sense of wonder toward the machines of the past, this classic t
Ages 8–12
The Ancient Cliff Dwellers of Mesa Verde
Caroline Arnold
The Anasazi built incredible homes directly into steep canyon walls before vanishing from their Colorado dwellings centu
Ages 8–12
Working Wheels
I Drive a Garbage Truck
Sarah Bridges
For the truck-obsessed child who wonders what happens to their trash. A clear, firsthand look at how sanitation workers
Ages 3–7
Old Machines
Old Cars
Melissa Abramovitz
For the young car enthusiast who wonders what their grandparents used to drive. Explore the shiny, stylish world of vint
Ages 4–7
Awesome 8 #1
Awesome 8
Jen Agresta, Sarah Wassner Flynn
Count down the greatest of the great with this visual guide to the top eight coolest things on the planet, from record-b
Ages 8–12
Robot #1
Robot Zombie Frankenstein!
Annette Simon
Two robots square off in a hilarious, escalating game of pretend to see who can be the most outrageous mechanical monste
Ages 3–7
Amazing STEM Stories #1
When Bill Gates Memorized the Encyclopedia
Mark Weakland
For the child who is always asking 'how things work' or showing a competitive streak, this biography reveals how a curio
Ages 6–9
Community Builders
Building Strong Bridges
Marne Ventura
For the curious builder who wonders how giant structures stay up. This guide explores the engineering secrets behind bri
Ages 5–9
Look and Learn #1
At the Airport
Heinz Kurth
The world of aviation comes alive through a look at bustling airport terminals and the impressive technology behind comm
Ages 6–10
Ordinary People Change the World
I Am Neil Armstrong
Brad Meltzer
For the child who asks a million questions and dreams of reaching the stars. This engaging biography shows how curiosity
Ages 5–9
Curious Pearl, Science Girl
Curious Pearl Masters Sound
Eric Braun
For the child who constantly asks 'how does that work?', this story follows a relatable girl as she explores the invisib
Ages 5–8
