"Explores the history, the people, and the science behind the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge."--Publisher. Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

What is the Golden Gate Bridge? -- A step back in time -- The location -- The structure of the bridge -- Features of the bridge -- Big ideas behind the bridge -- Science at work at the golden gate bridge -- The builders -- Similar structures around the world -- Issues facing the bridge -- Build a suspension bridge -- Golden Gate Bridge quiz -- Words to know/index.