Publisher's Synopsis
Includes hands-on activities and creative challenges for future architects.
Architecture School for Kids and Teens is a fun and inspiring introduction to the world of architecture, made for curious kids aged 8-12 and teens up to 14.
This interactive guide is packed with projects and ideas-designed to spark creativity and teach the basics of architectural thinking. From sketching floor plans to exploring famous buildings and styles, young readers will discover how real architects turn ideas into structures.
Learn how architecture shapes the spaces we live in, explore building styles through time, and start creating your own designs-no experience needed, just a pencil, ruler, and imagination.
What's Inside:
◆ What Does an Architect Do? Learn how architects design everything from houses to skyscrapers and what it takes to become one.
◆ The Architect's Process Follow the journey of turning an idea into a real building-from first sketches to final construction.
◆ How Buildings Are Made Explore the layers of construction, from strong foundations to walls, windows, and roofs.
◆ Architecture Styles Through Time Travel through history, from ancient wonders to modern skyscrapers.
◆ From Sketch to Detailed Plans Practice architectural drawing with sketches, models, and blueprints.
◆ Creating a Complete Floor Plan Design your own dream space with real planning techniques.
◆ The Future of Architecture Discover how 3D printing, smart buildings, and green design are changing the way we build.
◆ ...and many more inspiring activities and ideas!
A great pick for kids who love drawing, building, and thinking creatively. This book gives them the tools to start exploring architecture in a hands-on, practical way.
