Building (Make It Work) [Hardcover]

Andrew Haslam (Author), David Glover (Author), Jon Barnes (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Make It Work

Experiments and other activities introduce building, how materials are used and joined together, and what gives structure its strength.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Gr. 4-7. Part of the Make It Work science series, this focuses on 20 easy projects using everyday materials. After a brief introduction to general building essentials--plans, accurate measurement, safety, and tips on cutting, drilling, and joining--crisp color photos of children's models demonstrate the appealing, carefully explained step-by-step projects, which range from large structures (hooped tents, lattice domes, and igloos) to small play-type designs (various bridges, roof frames, and cable cars). In addition, a number of designs concentrate on water science, including dams, locks, and aqueducts. Words in bold appear in the glossary. The text is peppered with interesting facts and scientific background information, as well as challenging questions, to make youngsters think as well as do. There is a clean, neat appearance to the series, one that will encourage children to try their hand at "making it work." For other series titles, see the Series Roundup, this issue. Deborah Abbott --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: World Book Inc (April 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0716647125
• ISBN-13: 978-0716647126
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,527,120 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Project Book for Kids, June 19, 2000

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This review is from: Building (Make It Work) (Paperback)

My eight year old son has become very interested in mechanical and electrical projects. We picked this book up at the library, but quickly saw that this is a "keeper." It has many projects that will help him learn how things work as he builds a working model cable car / gondola (his first major project from this book), boat locks, several types of bridges, and other fascinating projects. I suspect he'll use at least one of these for future projects in school. The book is rated for 11 years & up, but with a little help, even kids a little younger can have a lot of fun.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A "Keeper" science book..., June 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Building (Make It Work! Science) (Paperback)

My eight year old son has become very interested in mechanical and electrical projects. We picked this book up at the library, but quickly saw that this is a "keeper." It has many projects that will help him learn how things work as he builds a moving model cable car / gondola (his first major project from this book), boat locks, several types of bridges, and other fascinating projects. I suspect he'll use at least one of these for future projects in school. The book is rated for 11 years & up, but with a little help, even kids a little younger can have a lot of fun.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book of activities to get your budding engineers on the road to building!, December 26, 2008

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This review is from: Building (Make It Work! Science) (Hardcover)

We gave this book to our son for Christmas and plan to use the activities to enrich his homeschool education. But, I would say that homeschooled or not, these activities would be a pleasure to any child. They are hands on, use everyday materials, and are as interactive as you want them to be. They make seemingly difficult concepts easier to understand and are fascinating. The book is well laid out, nicely illustrated, and easy for a child of perhaps 6 or 7 and up to read and apply. Some activities warrant supervision. Highly recommended.