How a House Is Built (New & Updated)

By Gail Gibbons | Publisher: Holiday House

About the book

Houses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. 

Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built—from the architect's plans through the arrival of a happy family.  The many processes of construction are explained with simple language and bright, clear illustrations, perfect for kids starting to wonder about how the world around them works.

Many different careers—including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and landscapers—are introduced, each doing their part to bring the picture wood-frame house to life.  A great read for kids who love construction sites, or who can't get enough of Building a House by Byron Barton.

According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons \"has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator.\"  Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly.  Her many honors include the Washington Post/Childrens Book Fuild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.

Editions of How a House Is Built (New & Updated)

Hardcover
ISBN 9780823446940
Hardcover
ISBN 9780823408412
Paperback
ISBN 9780823412327

Read an Excerpt

Houses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. 

Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built—from the architect's plans through the arrival of a happy family.  The many processes of construction are explained with simple language and bright, clear illustrations, perfect for kids starting to wonder about how the world around them works.

Many different careers—including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and landscapers—are introduced, each doing their part to bring the picture wood-frame house to life.  A great read for kids who love construction sites, or who can't get enough of Building a House by Byron Barton.

According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons \"has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator.\"  Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly.  Her many honors include the Washington Post/Childrens Book Fuild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is How a House Is Built (New & Updated) about?

Houses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. 

Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built—from the architect's plans through the arrival of a happy family.  The many processes of construction are explained with simple language and bright, clear illustrations, perfect for kids starting to wonder about how the world around them works.

Many different careers—including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and landscapers—are introduced, each doing their part to bring the picture wood-frame house to life.  A great read for kids who love construction sites, or who can't get enough of Building a House by Byron Barton.

According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons \"has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator.\"  Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including the bestselling titles From Seed to Plant and Monarch Butterfly.  Her many honors include the Washington Post/Childrens Book Fuild Nonfiction Award and the NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book Award.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in How a House Is Built (New & Updated)?

Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science and technology > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Architecture, buildings and construction

Where can I read a sample of How a House Is Built (New & Updated)?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780823446940

Who is/are the Author/s of the book How a House Is Built (New & Updated)?

Gail Gibbons

Who is the Publisher of the book How a House Is Built (New & Updated)?

Holiday House

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

How a House Is Built (New & Updated) is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780823446940) and hardcover(ISBN 9780823408412) and paperback(ISBN 9780823412327)

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