13 Architects Children Should Know

Discover the fascinating world of architecture with '13 Architects Children Should Know.' This beautifully illustrated hardcover book brings timeless architectural masterpieces to life, making it an essential educational resource for young readers. Inside its vibrant pages, children will encounter the storied lives and remarkable achievements of legendary architects, including Christopher Wren, who famously rebuilt St. Paul's Cathedral after the Great Fire of London, and Thomas Jefferson, whose design of Monticello symbolizes a new era in American architecture. With engaging narratives and stunning illustrations, this book showcases iconic structures such as the Eiffel Tower, the Guggenheim Museum, and Zaha Hadid's groundbreaking designs. Each chapter features chronological timelines to enhance understanding, alongside concise biographies that inspire curiosity about architectural history. Perfect for parents and educators, this book fuels a passion for art and design and serves as a delightful introduction to the achievements of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, and more. '13 Architects Children Should Know' empowers children to appreciate and understand the built environment, making it perfect for classrooms or as a gift for budding young architects. Enhance your child's knowledge with this engaging, educational resource from Smartfox NZ today!

Author: Florian Heine Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 246 x 284 mm
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 12-09-2014

Buildings of every shape and size and from all corners of the world, populate this colourful and beautifully produced book that introduces children to history's most iconic architectural feats and the people behind them. In lively illustrated spreads, young readers will learn how Christopher Wren reconstructed an 11th-century cathedral after London's great fire of 1666 to become the St Paul's Cathedral that we know today and how its dome survived the Blitz. They will find out how Thomas Jefferson, in building his plantation, Monticello, created a new architecture for a new nation. They will be introduced to the genius of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe and Zaha Hadid and can examine in detail the wonders of the Eiffel Tower, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain and Rome's most beautiful theatre. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each architect's entry includes a concise biography, illustrations of major works and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Additional information about the buildings pictured, suggestions for further reading and online resources will satisfy the most curious of minds.