
Amazing Landmarks
Rekha S. Rajan(Author)
Scholastic US (Publisher)
Published on 7. July 2022
Book
Hardback
112 pages
978-1-338-65249-9 (ISBN)
Description
Could you build the world's most iconic landmarks?
Could you design the Golden Gate Bridge? Could you construct
the Eiffel Tower? Could you decorate the Burj Khalifa? Could
you make a budget, draw up the plans, and handle every problem
that arises to create something that withstands the test of time?
This accessible non-fiction compendium explores the creation
of 10 global landmarks, from the first spark of an
idea to the final layer of paint. Acclaimed educator Rekha Rajan
encourages readers to see themselves as the engineers,
builders, architects and more through interactive stories
and a unique structure.
Graphic artist Alex Asfour's gorgeous art works seamlessly with
engaging photographs
A standout non-fiction title that will appeal to both kids and
educators
Perfect for children interested in STEM
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
Reading Age: From 07 to 11 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 292 mm
Width: 257 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
880 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-338-65249-9 (9781338652499)
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Persons
Rekha S. Rajan, EdD. has been an educator for more than 20 years. She holds a doctorate and master's in education from Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City and a master's in early childhood education from Roosevelt University in Chicago, Illinois. Rajan is the author of six books for teachers. Her book Integrating the Performing Arts in Grades K-5 includes over 60 lesson plans on how to connect the arts with STEM subjects. Her work has been featured on NPR, the National Head Start Association, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the California Alliance for Arts Education, and the National Endowment for the Arts. She lives in Chicago, Illinois, with her family.
Alex Asfour is a graphic designer and the founder of IdeaStorm Studio. He has collaborated with many companies, including Budweiser, USPS, the Washington Post, Uber, and many more. Amazing Landmarks is his children's book debut. He lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.