"Skyscraper" by Lynn Curlee invites readers into the fascinating world of tall buildings, exploring their design, construction, and impact on urban life. The story illustrates the evolution of skyscrapers, from the early iconic structures to modern engineering marvels, highlighting the architects and visionaries behind these towering feats. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging text, young readers learn about the key technologies and materials that allow these giants to touch the sky. The book celebrates the creativity and ambition involved in creating spaces that define city skylines and inspire future generations of builders and dreamers. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 48 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2007 by Simon & Schuster .

Lynn Curlee, who received a Robert F. Sibert Informational Honor Book Award for Brooklyn Bridge, comes from a family of intense sports fans. His other books include Liberty, Ships of the Air, Into the Ice: The Story of Arctic Exploration, Rushmore, The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Capital, and, most recently, Parthenon. He lives on the North Fork of Long Island, New York. Lynn Curlee, who received a Robert F. Sibert Informational Honor Book Award for Brooklyn Bridge, comes from a family of intense sports fans. His other books include Liberty, Ships of the Air, Into the Ice: The Story of Arctic Exploration, Rushmore, The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Capital, and, most recently, Parthenon. He lives on the North Fork of Long Island, New York.