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Math: Skyscraper Comparison
Students examine skyscrapers by conducting Internet research and by creating and interpreting graphs. After reading the book, "Skyscraper," they discuss reasons why the structures are built. Once they have researched the tallest...
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Skyscraper Museum
The Skyscraper Museum is dedicated to the tallest buildings in the world, most of which are in New York City, the museum's home. Learn about both how and why skyscrapers reach greater and greater heights.
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Skyscraper Museum: World's Tallest Towers (1890 2004)
A graphical timeline that showcases all the buildings in the world that, at one time, held the title of world's tallest building during the time span from 1890-2004. Includes close-up illustrations of each building and numerous facts...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Illinois
The historical account of how Illinois became a state, some of its prominent citizens, and great photographs can be found at this site.
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Pbs: Building Big: Wonders of the World Databank: Sears [Willis] Tower
Photographs, vital statistics, and fast facts about the Sears Tower (renamed the Willis Tower in 2009).
Boston College
Digital Archive of Amer. Architecture: Tallest Buildings
This site provides a chart of the tallest buildings from the 19th century to the present. Offers links to each of the buildings that include pictures of them.
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Willis Tower Skydeck: Willis Tower Fun Facts
Find fun facts about the Willis Tower (the former Sears Tower) at the online home of the tower's observation deck.
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Willis [Sears] Tower
At the online commercial home of the Willis Tower (the former Sears Tower), find information about the structure and its design.