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Reaching Across the Sky: A Celebration of Bridges
CCBC Review:
Celebrate more than 100 bridges from around the world in this informative picture book that highlights human innovation, the science of engineering, and global community.
Bridges accomplish many things—they span obstacles (rivers and canyons); they join places (cities and states and even countries); and they carry cars, trucks, and trains to deliver essential goods (food and clothing). Above all, bridges are feats of human innovation that bring people together.
This essential STEAM offering celebrates these spectacular wonders of architecture and engineering, including examples found in nature, different styles and materials used in their construction, and the science behind how they work. It’s a one-stop information panoply for young readers on all there is to know about these magnificent structures that unite people throughout the world.
Description provided by the publisher
Illustrated by Christy Hale
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 5-10
Age Range:
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Format:
Picture book
Diversity subject:
Multicultural General
On CCBC Booklist:
Custodians of Wonder: Books About Bridge Building
Publishers:
Christy Ottaviano Books, Little, Brown
Publish Year: 2026
Pages: 41
ISBN: 9780316575478
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 624 Hale
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