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Building & Engineering

Building & Engineering Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

2,758 books about building & engineering

0–3 yrs551 books

4–7 yrs1299 books

8–11 yrs857 books

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Let Freedom Ring

The Early American Industrial Revolution, 1793-1850

For the curious student learning how inventions like the cotton gin transformed America from a nation of farmers into a

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Usborne Science & Experiments

Richard Spurgeon

For the curious student asking how electricity works or why we need to save energy, this hands-on guide explains the for

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The Hydrofoil Mystery

For the teenager who needs a change of scenery to find their spark, this gripping historical adventure balances personal

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12–18 yrs

62 books

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The Book of Experiments #5

The Book of Terrifyingly Awesome Technology

Sean Connolly

Launch microsatellites and test solar power using household items while uncovering the weird and wild science behind rob

Ages 9–14

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Bionicle Legends #5

For the child who thrives on high-stakes missions and loves seeing a team work together to overcome impossible odds in a

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For the curious child who wonders how cars drive without gas. This simple guide introduces the science of electric engin

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Rosemary Wells, Secundino Fernandez

Dino Fernandez carries the architecture and spirit of his beloved Havana in his heart as his family moves from Cuba to S

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Lonely Bird's Dream

For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles with self-doubt, this story celebrates the courage to invent your

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Thirsty Day in the Crater

Emily Sollinger

For the child who loves solving problems with friends. Ty Rux and Revvit team up to overcome a heatwave by building a cr

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Can I Recycle This?

Go behind the scenes of the sorting bins to see exactly where your trash goes and learn how to make smarter choices for

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Space, Incorporated

Space, Incorporated: The Future of Commercial Space Travel

For the curious child who dreams of visiting the stars and wants to know how private companies are turning sci-fi dreams

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How To Build One Million Robots

Christian Darkin

For the child who loves to ask how many, this clever guide turns the daunting idea of big numbers into a tangible robot-

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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

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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

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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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Usborne World History

Anthony Marks, Graham Tingay

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

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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

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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

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Tonka: 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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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