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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
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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Brilliant Calculator, The: How Mathematician Edith Clarke Helped Electrify America
Jan Lower
Edith Clarke defied the expectations of the early 20th century to become the first female electrical engineer, using mat
Ages 4–9
Mr. Pei's Perfect Shapes: The Story of Architect I. M. Pei
Julie Leung
I. M. Pei uses geometric shapes and natural light to turn his bold visions into some of the most famous structures in th
Ages 4–8
The Unstoppable Garrett Morgan
Joan DiCicco
Learn how the son of freed slaves used his passion for fixing things to invent a life-saving safety hood for firefighter
Ages 6–9
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Inspired by Animals #2
Built by Animals
Christiane Dorion
Bees use geometry for strength while termites invent natural air conditioning in this look at the brilliant engineers of
Ages 7–11
Fantastic Feats and Failures
Val Wyatt
Look inside twenty famous structures to see the specific engineering choices that determined whether they would stand ta
Ages 8–12
Think Shapes
Think Squares!
Karen S. Robbins
Bright colors and interactive panels turn simple squares into a playful game of hide-and-seek for the youngest builders.
Ages 1–4
The Railway Series #10
Four Little Engines
Rev. W. Awdry
Steam and diesel engines work together on the Island of Sodor in these classic tales that have followed the North Wester
Ages 3–8
Muslim Scientists
Ibn Yunus: The Father of Astronomy
Ahmed Imam
For the child who loves the stars and wonders how things work. Discover the true story of a medieval Egyptian scientist
Ages 6–10
Children's Earth Sciences Books
Introduction to Geology: Earth's Structure, Minerals, Types of Rocks, and Tectonic Plates
Baby Professor
Arid landscapes and polar regions reveal unique biomes where little rain falls and the ground is shaped by the constant
Ages 6–10
Knowing the Difference
Differences of Conduction, Convection, and Radiation
Baby Professor
Trace the history of climate science from 19th-century discoveries about ice ages to early evidence of how greenhouse ga
Ages 6–10
The S.Q.U.I.D. Squad #4
Marine Madness
Megan Miller
For the young gamer who needs a boost of confidence when facing big challenges. Join Phoenix and friends as they dive in
Ages 7–12
Who Was? Graphic Novels
Who Was Neil Armstrong?
Nathan Page, Who HQ
For the child who dreams of the stars or wonders how big goals are achieved. This biography shows how a young boy's pass
Ages 8–12
Battle Station Prime #5
The Zombie Wars
Cara J. Stevens
For the child who loves gaming and needs a boost in bravery, follow Phoenix as she defends her village from a blocky zom
Ages 7–12
Baby Sees #5
Baby Sees Washington, DC
Janna Steagall
For the baby who is just starting to focus on the world, this high-contrast board book introduces the sights of the capi
Ages 0–2
Magic Tree House Fact Trackers
Knights and Castles
Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce
Peer inside the stone walls of medieval fortresses to see how squires trained for battle and what daily life was really
Ages 7–10
Project X Alien Adventures #6
Spacewalk
Jan Burchett, Sara Vogler
For the budding explorer who wonders what lies beyond our atmosphere, this guide offers a clear look at how astronauts l
Ages 5–8
Gumdrop #2
Gumdrop and the Steamroller
Val Biro
A steam-powered traction engine built for heavy loads on the open road meets a classic car in this mechanical adventure
Ages 3–8
Serving Your Country #1
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds: 431 Air Demonstration Squadron
Lora Polack Oberle
Witness the high-flying history and precision maneuvers of the 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, from their iconic aircraf
Ages 8–12
R Robot Saves Lunch
R. Nicholas Kuszyk
R Robot races against the clock at the factory to find a missing friend and repair the Big Cooker so the whole crew can
Ages 3–7
The Dragon Machine
Helen Ward
Hidden dragons are everywhere, but only one boy is observant enough to see them and clever enough to build a machine to
Ages 4–8
Sustainability #4
Green City: How One Community Survived a Tornado and Built for a Sustainable Future
Allan Drummond
For the child curious about how things work or feeling worried about big storms. See how a town turned a disaster into a
Ages 5–9
The Secret Subway
Shana Corey
For the curious explorer who wonders about the hidden worlds beneath their feet and the power of a big, bold idea.
Ages 4–9
The Last Voyage of Poe Blythe
Ally Condie
For the teen processing intense loss or the weight of past mistakes: a high-stakes journey about letting go of a desire
Ages 14–18
The House That George Built
Suzanne Slade
For the child who loves to build and create. This historical journey explores how a visionary leader and a team of worke
Ages 6–10
