Optional Books and Videos
Nonfiction Books

Building Big by David Macaulay

How Was That Built?: The Stories Behind Awesome Structures by Roma Agrawal, illustrated by Katie Hickey 

Graphic Novels:

Science Comics: Bridges By Dan Zettwoch
Science Comics: Skyscrapers

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I HIGHLY recommend watching videos from this structural engineer. Specifically his columns, arches, and domes videos https://www.youtube.com/@PaulKassabian/