Tuesday, September 29, 2009

The series How Did They Build That?

Tunnel - Vicky Franchino
Why do people build tunnels -- Getting ready -- Making the walls and ceiling -- Keeping people safe -- Glossary -- Find out more









Airport - Matt Mullins
Looks at the different parts of an airport, explains who decides how an airport should be built,and examines the role of architects, engineers, electricians, contractors, and other people involved in building an airport.

Stadium - Matt Mullins
Looks at the different parts of a stadium, and introduces the various people and machines that play a role in building a stadium.


Road - Sharon Nittinger
Moving vehicles forward -- Making the path flat -- Many layers -- Glossary -- Find out more

Bridge - Vicky Franchino
How do bridges help us? -- Types of bridges -- Getting ready to build -- Building the bridge -- Glossary -- Find out more

Skyscraper - Vicky Franchino
Explains what is involved in building a skyscraper, describing the materials that are used and the people involved in the construction process.

Dam - Matt Mullins
What is a dam for? -- Moving the river -- Sealing the floor -- Building the wall -- Releasing the river -- Glossary -- Find out more

School - Matt Mullins
Explains the process of building a school, describing the materials that are used and the different rooms schools may have.

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