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A museum painting literally pulls Katie into Van Gogh’s swirling skies, introducing fine art through storybook adventure. Friendly reproductions of five famous canvases spark recognition the next time kids see a sun-flower or café scene. Gentle humor keeps the plot lively while slipping in facts about texture and brushwork. Great for family field-trip prep or bedtime arm-chair travel.

Fast-paced fact boxes, quirky trivia, and eye-catching graphics make this a great “dip-in” reference for tweens who crave bite-sized knowledge. Each spread links a fun fact—like the world’s narrowest house—to a core design principle, turning trivia into teachable moments. It encourages critical thinking with “Try This!” prompts that nudge readers to sketch, measure, or experiment at home. A super choice for older kids who enjoy learning in quick, memorable bursts.

Bursting with photos, cut-aways, and record-breaking facts, this book hooks elementary readers who love superlatives. Each spread explains the science behind size—​how engineers fight gravity, wind, and water to build ever bigger. Simple diagrams decode complex ideas without dumbing them down, sparking curiosity about both architecture and engineering. Great for kids who ask, “How did they build THAT?”

Middle-grade readers meet trailblazing female architects who shattered glass ceilings and reshaped skylines. Engaging profiles balance personal stories with explanations of signature projects, showing that creative problem-solving and perseverance matter as much as blueprints. Career-tips sidebars outline skills and school subjects to pursue, making the path feel reachable. An empowering pick that broadens kids’ vision of who belongs in architecture.