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1	The Art of Construction: Projects and Principles for Beginning Engineers and Architects more books like this by Mario G Salvadori "Introduces maturing minds to the principles that guide architects and engineers as they design and construct buildings and bridges." - School Shop. see all copies from $5.58! new only from $10.37! \| SVS
2	How to Build Dioramas more books like this by Sheperd Paine How to display any type of model in a realistic setting. Shows how to design, build, and detail dramas from the ground up. Includes tips and techniques on weathering and converting and painting figures to add details that make a diorama look real. By Sheperd Paine. 8 1/4 x 11; 104 pgs.; 260 photos: softcover. see all copies from $5.00! new only from $17.88! \| first editions \| SVS
3	The Encyclopedia of military modelling more books like this by Vic Smeed (Editor), Alec Gee (Editor) This book is a sumptuously illustrated, comprehensive guide to a hobby that is gaining widespread popularity among military and modeling buffs. With more than 240 full-color photos and diagrams, The Encyclopedia of Military Modelling is a definitive reference work that any modeler -- novice or veteran -- should have on hand. It includes ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.50! \| first editions
4	Amazing Leonardo Da Vinci Inventions You Can Build Yourself more books like this by Maxine Anderson For ages 9-12. From armoured tanks and gliders to 'plastic glass' and drawing machines, this interactive book explores the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci through hands-on building projects and activities. Most of Leonardo's inventions were never made in his lifetime and remained sketches in his famous notebooks; kids examine some of these ... see all copies from $5.00! new only from $9.61! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Making Mechanical Marvels in Wood more books like this by Raymond Levy This book contains 15 different mechanisms to make in wood, with step-by-step instructions, photographs and draughtsman's drawings of every part. The mechanisms create action with marbles that move, wheels that spin, pistons that pump - all designed to create movement and sound as well as excitement and fascination. see all copies from $22.50!
6	Amazing Figures more books like this by Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Sebastian Quigley, DK Publishing Kids can learn how to create their own amazing animals and figures with LEGO Modelers. Step-by-step directions show you how to build the creations brick by brick. see all copies from $10.89!
7	Remembering Revell Model Kits more books like this by Thomas Graham Over 545 color photographs display many of the plastic model kits produced by Revell, Inc.R, of Venice, California, from the 1950s through the 1970s. These highly collectible kits range from automobiles and ships to aircraft and spaceships in scales from 1/16 to 1/72, including the battleship U.S.S.Missouri, the Polaris Nuclear Submarine, the ... see all copies* from $20.64! new only from $22.36!
8	The modelmaker's handbook more books like this by Albert Jackson, David Day see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
9	Model Making for the Stage: A Practical Guide more books like this by Keith Orton "Model Making for the Stage" explains the practical techniques that will promote accurate scale model making for the theatre. see all copies from $14.21! new only from $24.81! \| SVS
10	Airbrushing Basics more books like this by Jeff Wilson (Compiled by) Learn airbrushing tips and techniques from the experts! using an airbrush gives scale models a smooth, professional-looking finish, but it can seem complex at first. This booklet provides a clear guide on getting the most out of your airbrush, including proper cleaning and maintenance techniques. see all copies from $6.15! new only from $6.15! \| SVS
11	Architectural and Interior Models more books like this by Sanford Hohauser, Helen Demchyshyn (Designer) see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
12	Make Your Own Dinosaur Out of Chicken Bones: Foolproof Instructions for Budding more books like this by Christopher McGowan Most people would laugh if you told them you were having a dinosaur for dinner. But you can. Because birds evolved from dinosaurs, says renowned paleontologist Chris McGowan, that chicken from Sunday's supper is a direct descendant of those fearsome and perennially popular "terrible lizards." To show this relationship and give readers a ... see all copies from $2.06! new only from $14.30! \| signed copies \| first editions
13 view cover	The Amazing Book of Paper Boats: Paper Engineering and Illustrations more books like this by Jerry Roberts, Chronicle Books, Willy Bullock (Illustrator) Instructions for 18 boat designs that can be folded from plain paper, and then float on water, are presented in this book that includes 48 pages of waterproof paper. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.99! \| first editions
14	How to Make Model Soldiers more books like this by Philip Olcott Stearns A how-to book that includes a history, production, display, and care of miniature soldiers. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
15 view cover	Messing Around with Drinking Straw Construction more books like this by Bernie Zubrowski, Stephanie Fleischer (Illustrator) Presents directions for constructing simple houses, bridges, and other structures from drinking straws. These projects illustrate fundamental engineering principles. see all copies from $1.99!
16	Model satellites and spacecraft; their stories and how to make them more books like this by Frank Xavier Ross Describes twelve American satellites and spacecraft with explanations of their purpose and history. Also includes directions for constructing models of each with simple materials. see all copies from $2.75!
17 view cover	How to Use an Airbrush more books like this by Robert Downie Learn how to achieve special airbrushing effects on a variety of plastic models. Eleven projects teach the basics of realistic finishes, camouflage, weathering, and other special effects for scale plastic modeling. see all copies from $15.81! new only from $15.81! \| SVS
18	Radio control handbook more books like this by Howard G. McEntee see all copies from $4.90! first editions
19	Modeling tanks and military vehicles more books like this by Sheperd Paine Basic techniques of assembly, painting, scratchbuilding, weathering, and detailing for building realistic armor models. Includes hundreds of photos and drawings with tips for realistic modeling and creating battle damage. see all copies from $11.00! new only from $194.01! \| first editions
20 view cover	Cut & Make North American Indian Masks in Full Color more books like this by A G Smith, Jose Hazen Eight masks based on authentic North American Indian designs: Hopi corn man, bird mask, Aztec fire god, five others. Complete assembly directions. see all copies from $3.02! new only from $8.95! \| first editions
21	How to Run a Railroad: Everything You Need to Know about Model Trains more books like this by Harvey Weiss Discusses setting up model railroads including layouts, construction, and train selection. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
22 view cover	Encyclopedia of Model Making Techniques more books like this by P Quarto, Christopher Payne A comprehensive guide to preparation, construction and finishing skills for all scale models. Structured to enable modelers of differing interest and skill levels to sample the new materials and techniques. Step-by-step projects. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $20.98!
23	Basics of Radio Control Modeling more books like this by Fred M Marks see all copies from $1.99!
24 view cover	Making and Using Working Drawings for Realistic Model Animals more books like this by Basil F Fordham A description of the entire process of recreating animals in three dimensions, from the initial gathering of information to the completion of museum-standard models. The author uses non-technical language to explain all the background needed for a basic understanding of the subject. He examines: the anatomy of tetrapods (four-limbed animals, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	California Missions: History and Model Building Ideas for Children more books like this by James Stevenson (Editor) Covering a history of California missions dating back to the first Franciscan Padres' mission chain in 1769, this book offers illustrations of these missions from the 1880s, and model building ideas with layouts of the foundations for each mission. (Roman Catholic) see all copies from $2.78! new only from $9.65! \| SVS

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