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Golden Gate Bridge by Rebecca Stanborough
$12.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Engineering Wonders Ser. | Reading Level: Grade 05-08
This title explores and explains how the Golden Gate Bridge was built. The bridge's construction is described in terms of the engineering process. The book explores why the bridge was built and describes the design stages and technologies used during construction. The book also describes the challenges ...Show more
The Great Pyramid of Giza by Rebecca Stanborough
$19.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Engineering Wonders | Reading Level: Grade 07
A pharaoh's demand and an architect's masterpiece - the Great Pyramid of Giza is as breathtaking today as it was 4,000 years ago. Its beauty and design capture the imagination of people throughout the world. Find out why and how the Egyptians made this engineering wonder.Australian Curriculum: Histor ...Show more
The Great Wall of China by Rebecca Stanborough
$19.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Engineering Wonders | Reading Level: Grade 07
Originally built to defend against nomads from the north, much of ancient China's first line of defence still stands today. What techniques did workers use so that the wall would last over time? And at what cost? Discover the motives and methods used for this engineering wonder.Australian Curriculum: ...Show more
The Panama Canal by Rebecca Stefoff
$29.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Engineering Wonders | Reading Level: Grade 05-08
The geography of the world changed forever with the completion of just one canal. Yet this achievement was anything but simple. Workers battled sickness and impossible terrain, along with countless other problems. Find out how engineers overcame incredible challenges to complete this engineering wonder. ...Show more
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