Where Is the Empire State Building? (Where Is...?)
New York City boasts one of the most famous skylines in the world, and the Empire State Building is undeniably the focal point of this incredible view.
At 102 stories, the structure was no small feat. In fact, its construction coincided with the onset of the Great Depression, and so progress was met with numerous setbacks. Still, because of the efficiency that went into the building's development, it only took a year and forty-five days to complete!
In this informative, easy-to-read account, Janet B. Pascal describes the rise of skyscrapers in the United States, the intricacies of the groundbreaking construction process, and the effect the iconic Empire State Building continues to have today.
Includes a color fold-out map attached to inside back cover.
Target age group 8-12
At 102 stories, the structure was no small feat. In fact, its construction coincided with the onset of the Great Depression, and so progress was met with numerous setbacks. Still, because of the efficiency that went into the building's development, it only took a year and forty-five days to complete!
In this informative, easy-to-read account, Janet B. Pascal describes the rise of skyscrapers in the United States, the intricacies of the groundbreaking construction process, and the effect the iconic Empire State Building continues to have today.
Includes a color fold-out map attached to inside back cover.
Target age group 8-12
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CategoryJuvenile Nonfiction
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Age Group9 to 12 yrs
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Grade Level3-5
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LanguageEnglish
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BindingPaperback
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Theme 1History
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Theme 2Geography & Culture
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Detailed (BISAC) Subject/ThemeUnited States - 20th Century
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AuthorPascal, Janet
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SeriesWhere Is?
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Lexile Level820
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AR Level5.6
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Dewey974.71
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PublisherPenguin Group (USA)
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Publication Date5/19/2015
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Pages112
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Dimensions0.4 H x 7.4 L x 5.2 W
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Case Qty100
