Also by Seymour Simon: Big Bugs   Skyscrapers (Seemore Readers) by Seymour Simon ages 4-8 40 pages Chronicle Books May 2005 Paperback     Seymour Simon has done a fabulous job of making the world of Skyscrapers and their construction understandable for young readers (and parents who aren’t architecturally gifted). This 28-page book with detailed photographs accurately depicting the accompanying text is recommended for grades 1-3. However, it could appeal to younger and older audiences who want a simple, to-the-point story of the history and building of skyscrapers. The story begins by putting the reader inside a skyscraper and viewing the world below. Simon then gives a brief history of the skyscrapers, beginning with the Leaning Tower of Pisa built 650 years ago. Simon uses this tower as an example of learning from our mistakes – don’t put high buildings on soft ground. Next, we see how the skyscraper is built from foundations and frames to the inclusion of high-speed elevators. The human element is not overlooked as we are introduced to the ironworkers, with nerves of steel, who navigate high beams to weld joints together. The construction of the skyscraper is followed by a couple of pages describing some of the world’s highest skyscrapers. The book concludes with a page of skyscraper stickers and four collectable cards, making it even more enticing for young readers. This is a beautifully told and illustrated story and at the very affordable price of $3.95, a must-have for the classroom or home library.     web reviews   Barb Taylor, B.Ed./2005 for curled up with a good kid's book   For grown-up fiction, nonfiction and speculative fiction book reviews, visit our sister site Curled Up With a Good Book (www.curledup.com)