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Ages 8+

How Cities Work

Lonely Planet Kids

Infrastructure
Urban Design
Designing Solutions
$26.99

Description

From towering skyscrapers to underground tunnels, cities are complex and dynamic spaces. How Cities Work is a fascinating deep dive into urban landscapes, showing readers what happens behind the scenes in the places where millions of people live and work. From transport networks and power grids to waste management and green spaces, this book breaks down the science and engineering that keep cities running.

Educator Approved

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Teaches Systems Thinking & Problem-Solving
Cities are made up of interconnected systems. This book helps readers understand how transportation, energy, waste, and water networks work together, fostering critical thinking about urban planning and sustainability.
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Introduces Real-World STEM Applications
The book explores architecture, engineering, and environmental science in action, showing young learners how these fields shape the world around them. It’s a great way to spark interest in careers in urban design, infrastructure, and sustainability.
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Encourages Environmental & Social Awareness
As cities grow, they face challenges like pollution, traffic congestion, and housing shortages. This book inspires readers to think about innovative solutions for making cities greener, safer, and more efficient.

Details

  • Hardback
  • Author: Katrina Tangen, Giulia Orecchia
  • Publisher: Barefoot Books, 2023
  • Pages: 34
  • Book dimensions: 220mm x 220mm
  • ISBN: 9781646869992
  • Free shipping for orders $150 and over
  • We aim to process your items within 3 days of ordering and dispatch within 7 days
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