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Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
Burj Khalifa, an enormous skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, became the world's tallest building upon its completion in 2009. Engineering Burj Khalifa discusses why the designers aimed so high, the innovative construction methods used by the builders, and how the tower's occupants are kept safe and comfortable. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
"The Panama Canal links the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean in Central America, creating a valuable route for international shipping. Engineering the Panama Canal discusses the history of attempts to dig the canal, the engineers who worked to make the difficult project a reality, and the modern improvements that have made the canal more useful than ever"-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
"The Pyramids of Giza, built more than 4,000 years ago in Egypt, are among the most iconic structures in human history. Engineering the Pyramids of Giza looks at the ancient Egyptian leaders the pyramids were built for, the challenges that the designers and builders would have faced, and modern theories of the construction methods that might have been used. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this...
24) Design disaster
Author
Series
Chloe by Design volume 6
Publisher
Stone Arch Books, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
After a few successful weeks of her internship with the famous fashion designer, Stefan Meyers, Chloe is asked to split her time between different departments--but her mentor in the new department is a very different person, and trying to please two masters at once is turning out to be more than a little stressful.
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library
Pub. Date
Abdo Publishing,
Description
The New York City Subway System has been carrying passengers for more than a century. Engineering the NYC Subway Systemexplores how designers drew up plans for the subway, how workers built the underground system in one of the world's busiest cities, and how commuters still rely on its hundreds of trains today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
"The Leaning Tower of Pisa, located in Italy, is famous for its visible tilt. Engineering the Leaning Tower of Pisa introduces readers to the tower's history, examines why the tilt developed in the first place, and discusses the methods that have been used to stabilize the tower and keep it safe for visitors"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First Edition
Description
A beautiful garden is a delight and takes quite a bit of skill and knowledge to design. However, creating a garden that attracts fairies and other magical creatures takes some real know-how! This fun book demonstrates through numerous creative projects and step-by-step instructions how to create arresting miniature landscapes of objects and plants and encourages young gardeners to exercise their green thumbs with artistic outdoor activities.
29) Book design
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Creative ideas for different types of art and construction of books.
Author
Series
Chloe by design volume 1
Publisher
Capstone Young Readers, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
2014.
Description
In this compilation of four separately published books, sixteen-year-old Chloe Montgomery gets a chance to travel from Santa Cruz to New York City to compete in Teen Design Diva, a competitive game show for aspiring teenage fashion designers.
Author
Series
Publisher
CarTech
Pub. Date
c2009
Description
Automotive Bodywork and Rust Repair teaches you how to select the proper tools, preparing and cleaning sheet metal, section fabrications and patches, welding options, forming fitting and smoothing, cutting metal, final metal finishing and more.
33) The farmhouse
Author
Series
Publisher
Bantam Books
Pub. Date
1987
Description
A study of farm houses from across the country, their exteriors and interiors. Includes more than 250 colored photographs.
Series
Publisher
Princeton Architectural Press
Pub. Date
[2011]
Edition
First edition.
Description
The design process involves researching, inventing, and expressing ideas. Sometimes concepts seem to pop out of nowhere, but just as often they result from deliberate techniques. Many designers start a project wit brainstorming, an open-ended search for initial directions. Brainstorming, however, is just the beginning in a designer's quest for useful and inspiring ideas. Graphic Design Thinking: Beyond Brainstorming presents dozens of tools and techniques,...
Author
Series
Designing debutantes volume 1
Publisher
Zebra Books
Pub. Date
2022
Description
From the beloved New York Times bestselling author comes a dazzling new series perfect for fans of Bridgerton, featuring a talk-of-the-ton trio of young women who've eschewed working as governesses to utilize their talents for fashion, food, and music, by running their own party planning enterprise, Elegant Occasions. And if they, and their wealthy clients, happen to find love along the way, it just makes their efforts all the more rewarding…
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38) Puppets
Author
Series
Publisher
Smart Apple Media
Pub. Date
c2007
Description
Explains how to make and operate several types of puppets.
39) Picture frames
Author
Series
Publisher
Smart Apple Media
Pub. Date
c2007
Description
Learn how to make your own picture frames.
40) Cards
Author
Series
Publisher
Smart Apple Media
Pub. Date
2007
Description
A series of fun and creative cards with step-by-step instructions and challenges to develop artistic creativity.
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