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Uncover the mysteries of architecture in this fun question-based book Why don''t buildings fall down? Can you make a home out of poo? And how can an onion be a roof? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book! With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of art. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of art topics and busting some popular myths along the way! The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making art fun and accessible for every young reader. Titles in the series: A Question of the Arts: Architecture A Question of the Arts: Craft A Question of the Arts: Dance A Question of the Arts: Film A Question of the Arts: Fine Art A Question of the Arts: Literature A Question of the Arts: Music A Question of the Arts: Theatre
List of contents
- 1: What is architecture?
- 2: Who was the first architect?
- 3: Why doesn't a building fall down?
- 4: Did the little pigs build with poo?
- 5: Can you ever have enough turrets?
- 6: When is an onion a roof?
- 7: Why are architects copycats?
- 8: Can brutal be beautiful?
- 9: Why try to scrape the sky?
- 10: Can you fit over 100,000 bottoms on seats?
- 11: Can a building fry an egg?
- 12: Will future homes be hobbit houses?
- 13: Quick-fire questions
- 14: Glossary
- 15: Further discovery
- 16: Index
About the author
Mary Auld is a writer of children's information books, working over a broad range of subjects. She has been actively involved in music from an early age, both singing and playing the flute, on an amateur basis. She loves making music in a group, be that in an orchestra or a choir. Whether making music or writing children's books, her aim is to share her enthusiasm and inspire readers. Mary Auld is a pen name for Rachel Cooke, who is an honorary fellow of the English Association, in recognition of her editorial work in children's non-fiction.
