The Science of Bridges and Tunnels: The Art of Engineering

by Ian Graham

This fascinating guide to the design and construction of bridges and tunnels through the ages combines fact-packed, easy-to-read text with colourful and quirky illustrations. From a discussion of the four basic types of bridge to the vast undersea tunnels of the 20th and 21st centuries, it is an eye-opening introduction to the mechanics and marvels of bridges and tunnels. Each spread has multiple entry points, including an introductory paragraph, illustrations and side panels such as Fascinating Fact, Can You Believe It? and Try It Yourself, which provide additional information and handy advice.

Genres: Engineering, Nonfiction, Childrens

32 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 26, 2020

About the author

After working as an in-house journalist and editor in consumer electronics magazines, Ian Graham became a freelance writer. He has written more than 230 illustrated non-fiction books for children and teens, and contributed chapters to books including Dorling Kindersley’s Know it All and Big Ideas that Changed the World. He has a degree in applied physics and a postgraduate diploma in journalism.

Reviews

[Esther May · Rating 4 out of 5]

This engineering book does not have experiments or activities but explains in detail different kinds of bridges and tunnels. I found this useful in finding information in teaching an engineering class for kids, but it is kindof wordy for the age of my students. It is not a super long book. It is full of interesting pictures, examples and trivia.

[Stephanie Bange · Rating 3 out of 5]

Series review - Additional for grades 3-6.

Review TK.

[Sydney Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very neat.