DESIGN AND BUILD IT HIGHER: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers explains the methods engineers use to prevent tall structures from failing. Readers will be captivated as they learn the engineering behind these tall structures.

ENGINEERING READERS FOR CHILDREN: Look up! Structures stretch high into the sky. But what happens during strong winds or earthquakes? Explore some of the tallest skyscrapers as you learn about the methods engineers use to prevent tall structures from failing.

INCLUDES: This 24-page book for grades K-2 includes a photo glossary, an engineering design activity, and an after reading activity that supports further comprehension. It also features easy-to-understand language and kid-friendly examples and diagrams to make reading and learning fun!

BENEFITS: The My Engineering Library series provides an introduction to a variety of engineering and design topics for beginning readers based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Readers will be hooked from beginning to end as engineering and design concepts are presented in ways that young readers will find fascinating!

WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are learning to read and reading to learn!