How a House Is Built

by Theresa Emminizer

Book Overview

Although they may seem commonplace, in truth houses are amazing feats of engineering. In order to build a house, a large team of specialized workers must labor together seamlessly. Who operates the heavy machinery required for construction? What are the duties and skills of a contractor, carpenter, mason, or electrician? What makes the walls and ceiling stand, and how does the roof keep the rain out? Readers will take an eye-opening look at home construction,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538247054
• ISBN13: 9781538247051
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.6" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5