Oliver Pig decides to build a fort in the backyard and his friends become involved with the project as well.

An introduction to construction workers that examines their tasks, clothing, tools, and education.

Lonely Turtle's only friend is his shadow until he decides to build a deck, then a garden, then houses and other buildings until, while he naps, new friends arrive.

Twins Jonathan and Drew have big plans to build a double-decker home for their puppies, but when they finally build it, it does not come out as they imagined.

Learn words used in construction and buildings.

An engaging introduction to buildings, with a deft mix of nonfiction and fiction elements.

In 1931, a boy and his father watch as the world's tallest building, the Empire State Building, is constructed, step-by-step, near their Manhattan home.

As a little boy watches his father, a bricklayer, work hard to build the city, both dream of building a house of their own.

A profoundly moving nonfiction picture book about tragedy, hope, and healing from the award-winning author. Sometimes bad things happen, and you have to tell everyone. Sometimes terrible things happen, and everybody knows. On April 19, 1995, something terrible happened in Oklahoma City: a bomb exploded, and people were hurt and killed. But that was not the end of the story. Those who survived--and those who were forever changed--shared their stories...

Introduces the Empire State Building, designed to be the tallest building in the world, discussing why it was made, how it was planned and built, and its role as a tourist attraction.