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Building & Engineering

Building & Engineering Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

2,658 books about building & engineering

0–3 yrs538 books

4–7 yrs1260 books

8–11 yrs822 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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Cover of Noah Builds an Ark

Noah Builds an Ark

For the child who loves to tinker and build. This sweet story follows a young boy's focus and dedication as he construct

Cover of Homes in the Wild

Homes in the Wild

For the child who loves building forts or feels curious about how families stay safe, this look at animal architecture c

Cover of Rulers and Tape Measures

Rulers and Tape Measures

Lisa J. Amstutz

For the curious child who wants to know exactly how big things are: this clear guide introduces the tools needed to meas

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12–18 yrs

58 books

Cover of Romans

Usborne World History

Romans

Anthony Marks, Graham Tingay

Ancient Rome comes to life through its legendary laws, towering architecture, and the daily habits of the people who bui

Ages 7–10

Cover of See Inside Great Cities

See Inside Great Cities

Rob Lloyd Jones

For the curious explorer eager to see the world: peel back the layers of iconic global landmarks to discover how big cit

Cover of Zelda's Big Adventure

Zelda the Chicken #1

Zelda's Big Adventure

Zelda is determined to be the first chicken in space, and she won't let lack of help from her friends stop her from buil

Cover of If I Could Drive a Crane!

If I Could Drive a... #1

If I Could Drive a Crane!

Michael Teitelbaum

For the child who marvels at every construction site. This playful story harnesses a toddler's natural wonder to explore

Cover of The Great Toilet Paper Caper

Spencer's Adventures #1

The Great Toilet Paper Caper

For the child who loves wacky projects and needs a reminder that even the biggest, most absurd goals require teamwork an

Cover of The Race Car Problem

The Race Car Problem

Hot Buttered Lightning is ready to race! Peg and Cat use geometry and counting to navigate a junkyard and chase the Gold

Cover of Beaver

My World for Young Readers

For the child who loves exploring the natural world and wants to learn how forest animals build their homes and impact t

Cover of The STEAM Team: Simple Science Explained

The STEAM Team: Simple Science Explained

For the child who asks how robots work or why it lightnings, this cheery guide uses five friendly characters to make big

Cover of Rebels with a Cause

Max Einstein #2

Rebels with a Cause

James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein

Twelve-year-old genius Max Einstein uses her brilliant mind and secret connection to Albert Einstein to outwit kidnapper

Cover of Return of the Jedi

Return of the Jedi

LEGO versions of Luke Skywalker and his friends face off against Darth Vader and the Death Star in this playful retellin

Cover of The Clubhouse

For the early learner gaining independence. This simple story celebrates the power of working together to create somethi

Cover of Spinning Toys

Games Around the World #1

Dana Meachen Rau

For the curious child who wonders why their top stays upright or how a yo-yo works. This book explores the science and h

Cover of Rectangle Builds a House

Rectangle Builds a House

For the curious child who loves to build and explore shapes. This playful story follows Rectangle as they learn how simp

Cover of Dragons & Monsters

Encyclopedia Mythologica #3

Dragons & Monsters

Matthew Reinhart, Robert Sabuda

Lurking beneath these pages are sea krakens, twisting Medusa heads, and vampires that rise from their coffins in stunnin

Cover of Extraordinary Stories Behind the Invention of Ordinary Things

Extraordinary Stories Behind the Invention of Ordinary Things

Don L. Wulffson

The most mundane items in your house, from zippers to frozen food, have wild histories involving accidents, clever inven

Cover of Why Pi?

Big Questions #2

For the child who asks why math matters, this vibrant journey through history shows how numbers helped us build civiliza

Cover of Into the Earth

Puffin Picture Books #131

For the curious child who wonders what lies beneath their feet, this detailed guide explores the hidden layers of our wo

Cover of Bird Builds a Nest

A First Science Storybook #1

Bird Builds a Nest

Bird is busy pulling worms, lifting heavy twigs, and pushing them into place to build a sturdy home in this gentle look

Cover of Space Justice!

LEGO DC Super Heroes #1

For the early reader who loves action and building, this space adventure highlights the importance of having a plan and

Cover of Leonardo da Vinci

Giants of Science #1

Leonardo da Vinci

Peek into the mind of a genius who used observation and experimentation to bridge the gap between the fifteenth century

Cover of How to Build a Fizzy Rocket

How To Experiments #1

How to Build a Fizzy Rocket

Learn how to transform simple household items into a high-flying fizzy rocket while discovering the chemical reactions t