Fleming Community Library

Describes ten of the most unique and interesting skyscrapers in the United States including the Empire State Building, the Prudential Center, and the John Hancock Center.

When a bomb explodes in the 30-story Icon International building, fire departments from around the area are called in to battle the blaze. But as they work to evacuate the upper floors more bombs explode, trapping firefighters and civilians beneath the rubble. When the smoke clears, lawyer Jill Clark Nichols realizes that her husband Dan, one of the firefighters, is missing. Can Jill's faith carry her through the long days of pain and uncertainty?...

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the technology behind the world's coolest skyscrapers, covering how they are planned, designed, and constructed by architects and engineers. Crisp, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the architecture of skyscrapers...

Invites readers to watch workers dig, pour, pound, and bolt a skyscraper into existence.

Manhattan is home to a thousand-story supertower, a beacon of futuristic glamour and high-tech luxury... and to millions of people living scandalous, secretive lives. Leda is haunted by nightmares of what happened on the worst night of her life. Shes afraid the truth will get out - which is why she hires Watt, her very own hacker, to keep an eye on all of the witnesses for her. But what happens when their business relationship turns personal? When...

"Engaging images accompany information about skyscraper builders. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Readers will have a blast learning about Skyscrapers. From apartment buildings to the Empire State Building, this book explores how they are built, how they are used, and the engineer's job to build and plan for them. --Amazon

Explores the engineering challenges behind building skyscrapers, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.