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Description
This nonfiction book provides an introduction to the Golden Gate Bridge, exploring its history, the engineers and workers responsible for its construction, and the science behind its design. Located at the mouth of San Francisco Bay, the bridge is known for its art deco style and distinctive international orange color. Built in the 1930s to connect Marin County with the city of San Francisco, the bridge now carries approximately 40 million vehicles annually. The book is enhanced with media links and online content as part of the AV2 virtual field trip series.
Quick Summary
This book takes readers behind the scenes of one of the world's most iconic bridges, revealing the jaw-dropping engineering challenges and the fearless workers who braved deadly winds to hang cables across a notoriously foggy strait. Kids will love discovering why the bridge is painted that specific shade of orange, how it can sway more than 20 feet during strong storms, and the surprising story of Joseph Strauss the chief engineer who had to prove everyone wrong. If your kid devours "Who Would Win" books or loves learning the wild backstories behind world records and famous landmarks, they'll be completely hooked. Ideal for readers in grades 4-7 who enjoy getting the real story behind amazing structures.