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Building & Engineering Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,758 books about building & engineering
0–3 yrs
551 books
4–7 yrs
1299 books
8–11 yrs
857 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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
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12–18 yrs
62 books
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
Roadworks #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
Cassini's Mission: A Spacecraft, a Tiny Moon, and the Search for Life Beyond Earth
Katie Venit
For the curious explorer beginning to wonder about our place in the universe and the bittersweet beauty of scientific di
Ages 7–10
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 #15
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
Amazing Machines #2
Marvelous Motorcycles
Tony Mitton
For the machine-obsessed toddler who loves things that go zoom, this energetic guide introduces the world of motorcycles
Ages 2–5
What's Inside
Ships
Anne Jankeliowitch, Philip Plisson
For the child captivated by massive machines and the mystery of the deep sea, this stunning photographic guide explores
Ages 8–12
Return to Ravens Pass
Eyes in the Sky
Ailynn Collins
For the tech-obsessed child who wants to know how things work, this guide explores the high-tech world of drones from th
Ages 9–14
Max Axiom, Super Scientist
Earth-Shaking Facts about Earthquakes
Katherine Krohn
For the curious child who wants to understand why the ground shakes. This graphic guide breaks down the science of tecto
Ages 7–10
