Kevin Reilly
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Discover the many ways in which dams and levees are marvels of modern engineering through accessible text and informative photos. Each chapter focuses on an important aspect of these structures, including the history of their invention, examples of noteworthy dams and levees, related career paths, and stories of the tragedies that have occurred when dams and levees failed. This book's contents directly correlate with Next Generation Science Standards,...
2) Ports
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Through accessible text and informative photos, readers will explore ports, the backbone of commerce and trade throughout human civilization. Each chapter focuses on an important aspect of these facilities, including the history of ancient ports, the technological advances that have improved shipping over the centuries, profiles of port-related careers, and examples of the most impressive and influential ports of the modern era. Content directly...
3) Tunnels
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Today's tunnels, which extend through mountains and underneath oceans and rivers, are marvels of engineering. In this engaging title, readers take a close-up look at these structures and how they are built and maintained. Each chapter will focus on a key area, including the earliest tunnels, the technological advances that have improved their design and construction over time, profiles of tunnel-related careers, and examples of the most impressive...
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Through simple text and informative photos, readers will engage with this cornerstone of transit infrastructure. Each chapter will focus on a new aspect of tunnels, such as the history of their invention, technological advances in their materials and designs, and examples of their use both in ordinary life and extraordinary situations. A follow-up activity challenges readers to put into practice what they have learned.