Skyscrapers, Rebecca Pettiford
Skyscrapers, Rebecca Pettiford
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Skyscrapers

Author: Rebecca Pettiford

Narrator: Dana Flemming

Unabridged: 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Jump!

Published: 01/01/2016


Synopsis

In Skyscrapers, early fluent readers will learn about the engineering that goes into building sky-high. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore the built world around them.

An infographic illustrates how steel frames make skyscrapers safer, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about skyscrapers using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Skyscrapers also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Skyscrapers is part of Jump!'s Amazing Structures series.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Pat on August 27, 2012

I thought this was an entertaining book, but I am not sure it would appeal that much to the target audience. It tells the story of a boy who proclaims himself a "rebel." He is just what you would expect. Doesn't always do his homework, doesn't listen to his parent and is always hanging out with his......more

Goodreads review by Kris on March 20, 2019

Huh? I don't get it? He's a reluctant reader...who spends all his time locked away in his room reading? And channeling Edgar Allen Poe? I really don't understand what's going on here. Does he read online? Is that what he's getting flack for? And then his dog comes to school and becomes...a lion? Eithe......more

Goodreads review by Ruth on September 20, 2010

Everyone thinks Victor hates to read but the truth is that he is a rebel and reads in secret.......more