Download or read book 14 Fun Facts About the Eiffel Tower written by Caitlind L. Alexander and published by Learning Island. This book was released on with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It towers over the Paris skyline and is one of the most recognized monuments in the world. The Eiffel Tower has a storied past and has served its city well as a worldwide ambassador. How much do you know about this monument? Do you know the answers to these questions? What is the Eiffel Tower’s nickname? How many pieces of iron make up the Eiffel Tower? Why was the Eiffel Tower built? The names of how many men are engraved on the Eiffel Tower? How many women’s names are on the Eiffel Tower? Is it legal to publish a picture of the Eiffel Tower when it is lit? How much does the Eiffel Tower sway in the wind? Find out more about the Eiffel Tower and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.