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Building & Engineering
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+
Forest School #2
The Big Fort
Ruth Symons
For children who love building and creating, this rhythmic story celebrates the messy, collaborative joy of turning ever
Ages 3–7
Toymaker's Apprentice
Sherri L. Smith
For the child who feels the weight of family expectations or needs a boost of courage to face a daunting, high-stakes ch
Ages 8–12
The Young Engineer #2
Supercars
Jonathan Rutland
For the child who is fascinated by engines and how things work: a vintage look at high-performance cars, technical cutaw
Ages 7–11
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12–18 yrs
62 books
Anno's Sundial
Mitsumasa Anno
Shadows stretch and shift across these pop-up pages to show exactly how the earth's rotation has helped humans track tim
Ages 7–11
Cities in the Sand: The Ancient Civilizations of the Southwest
Scott Warren
Archaeologists sift through desert ruins to uncover the daily lives and architectural marvels of the Anasazi, Hohokam, a
Ages 9–13
Encyclopedia Prehistorica #1
Dinosaurs
Robert Sabuda, Matthew Reinhart
For the child who is captivated by the prehistoric world and loves to see how things work. This engineering marvel bring
Ages 5–12
On the Go! #2
Tugboats
Matt Doeden
For the child who is fascinated by heavy machinery and big boats, this guide reveals how small tugs use their power to g
Ages 4–7
Look and Learn #3
A Night in Town
Heinz Kurth
For the curious child who wonders what happens when the streetlights come on and the world goes to sleep. Discover the h
Ages 5–9
Satellites Learn All about Satellites and Their Special Missions to Connect, Inform, and Protect All of Us on Planet Earth
Kate Peridot
For the curious child who wonders how we get GPS signals or weather reports, this guide reveals the high-tech world of s
Ages 9–11
Spare Parts
Rebecca Emberley, Ed Emberley
For the child who loves taking things apart to see how they work. This rhythmic exploration celebrates how bits and bobs
Ages 3–7
Cruisin'
Motorcycles
Ellen Kahaner
From early history to the roar of modern racing, see exactly how motorcycles work, how they are built, and why they domi
Ages 7–12
My World of Science
Using Electricity
Angela Royston
For the curious child who asks how everything works, from the muscles in their arms to why a ball falls when dropped.
Ages 5–8
Learning About Waves
Radio Waves
Julia Garstecki
For the curious student who wonders how invisible signals make their favorite music and gadgets work. This graphic-style
Ages 7–10
Fueling the Future
Wind Energy
Elizabeth Raum
For the curious child asking where electricity comes from. This clear guide introduces how giant turbines turn a breeze
Ages 7–10
The Magic School Bus #8
The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip
Joanna Cole
Ms. Frizzle’s class shrinks down to travel through power lines, showing exactly how electricity moves from the town grid
Ages 5–9
Marvel Universe
Catch That Crook!
Michael Anthony Steele
For the action loving child who is just beginning to recognize words and loves building worlds, this high energy chase b
Ages 4–8
The Usborne Book of
Cutaway Cars
Clive Gifford
For the curious child who wants to know exactly how an engine works, this guide peels back the layers of iconic cars to
Ages 7–11
My World #1
Homes in My World
Ella Cane
Real-life photographs showcase the incredible variety of places people call home, from tall city buildings to houses on
Ages 3–7
Awesome Race Cars
Dragsters
Matt Doeden
For the child who is fascinated by speed and engines, this high-octane guide explains the mechanics and thrill of profes
Ages 7–12
The Little Snowplow #1
The Little Snowplow
Lora Koehler
While the big trucks doubt he can handle the drifts, a small snowplow trains in secret to prove that heart and preparati
Ages 3–7
Lynn Curlee's Wonders of the World
Parthenon
Lynn Curlee
For the curious child who marvels at how massive things are built, this exploration of Ancient Greece brings the Parthen
Ages 8–12
Music It Up!
Tuneful Tubes
Karen Latchana Kenney
For the curious maker who loves music and experiments. This hands-on guide turns everyday household items into functiona
Ages 6–9
Bumper-To-Bumper Stroller Cars
Nick Lu
For the car-obsessed toddler who wants to take their favorite vehicles everywhere, this unfolding play mat transforms re
Ages 0–3
Team Moon: How 400,000 People Landed Apollo 11 on the Moon
Catherine Thimmesh
For the child who wonders how big dreams actually happen. This behind-the-scenes look reveals the massive, coordinated e
Ages 9–12
