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This book explores the history and construction of Fallingwater and its architect, Frank Lloyd Wright.
Quick Summary
Ever wonder how a house could be built right over a waterfall? Fallingwater tells the true story of how Frank Lloyd Wright designed and oversaw the construction of his famous house in the Pennsylvania woods, and the wild challenges he faced with the client, the builder, and even the weather. It's a quick, picture-packed read that mixes cool facts about architecture with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, making it perfect for kids who love to tinker, draw, or just daydream about building their own forts. Parents will appreciate that there's nothing scary or inappropriate just a celebration of creativity, problem-solving, and a little bit of stubbornness that made a masterpiece happen. If your kid enjoyed the short, fact-filled style of the "Who Was?" biographies, they'll feel right at home here, and they might come away with a new appreciation for the idea that a building can be as much a work of art as a painting.