Building big : [videorecording (DVD)] skyscrapers.

Building big : [videorecording (DVD)] skyscrapers.

Alternate Title
Skyscrapers

Publication Date
2004, 2000

Publication Information
Boston, Mass. : WGBS Boston Video,

Physical Description
1 videodisc (ca. 65 min.)

Subject Term
Engineering -- Juvenile films.
 
Video recordings for the hearing impaired -- Juvenile films.
 
Skyscrapers -- Juvenile films.

Series
BUILDING BIG
 
BUILDING BIG.

Additional Contributors
Macauley, David.

Performer
Hosted by David Macaulay.

Summary
Tour the towers that made history and altered the future. Why was New Yorks most famous skyscraper dubbed the "Empty State Building?" How big is Japans planned "supertower?" Tour the worlds most incredible skylines with David Macaulay and trace the amazing stories of skyscrapers. From Frances Gothic cathedrals to Malaysias record-breaking Petronas Towers, Skyscrapers introduces courageous creators, recounts little known history, and reveals supersized triumphs through spectacular film footage and dramatic recreations.

Language
English

ISBN
9781593752118

General Note
Bonus activity! Build a mini-skyscraper [with Kenny and Caroline from Zoom]
 
DVD.


LibraryCollectionCollectionCall NumberStatus
St. John's - A.C. Hunter (SJH)JUV NFIC DVD - BASEMENTJuvenile Non-Fiction DVD - Basement624 BUIBasement