{"product_id":"brick-who-found-herself-in-architecture-9780714876313","title":"Brick: Who Found Herself in Architecture","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBrick: Who Found Herself in Architecture - Children's Picture Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA young brick goes on a journey to find her place in the world by visiting ten celebrated brick structures around the globe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhen Brick was just a baby, tall buildings amazed her. Her mother said, \"Great things begin with small bricks. Look around and you'll see.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrick's observations begin at home and then extend globally as she travels to a diverse list of brick structures - Malbork Castle in Poland, Mahabodhi Buddhist Temple in India, Grosvenor Estate apartments in England, and more - all the while pondering where she may end up. With a tender and timeless text by Joshua David Stein and architectural line art by Julia Rothman, this tribute to becoming part of something greater serves children and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEducational Architecture Book for Young Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover picture book introduces children ages 3-5 to architecture and global landmarks through an engaging narrative. Young readers follow Brick as she discovers famous structures across continents, learning about different architectural styles and building materials. The book combines storytelling with educational content about world geography and construction, making it an excellent resource for early STEM learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16.95 hardcover edition features architectural line art illustrations by Julia Rothman, bringing ten celebrated brick structures to life. From medieval castles to Buddhist temples and modern apartments, each location teaches children about cultural diversity and architectural heritage. The book's narrative approach helps young readers understand how individual components contribute to larger structures, reinforcing concepts of teamwork and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for gift-giving, this Phaidon Press publication works as both a bedtime story and an educational tool. Parents and educators can use it to introduce topics including architecture, world cultures, geography, and building concepts in an age-appropriate format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAges 3-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoshua David Stein frequently contributes to \u003ci\u003eNew York magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEater\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eFatherly\u003c\/i\u003e as a food critic, and film and culture columnist. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and two sons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJulia Rothman is a prolific illustrator and pattern designer, a part of the design studio ALSO, runs the blog Book By Its Cover, and launched Women Who Draw, a directory of female illustrators. Julia lives Brooklyn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Phaidon Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680713412882,"sku":"9780714876313","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9bdedf03-7dd1-47b1-895c-508e2df612ea.jpg?v=1734924214","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/brick-who-found-herself-in-architecture-9780714876313","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}