Book 25, Question 148 · Video
Why do so many people in cities live in apartments?
In a crowded city, land is limited and expensive. Apartments stack homes on top of each other so that more families can live close to work, schools, and shops. Shared walls and floors keep buildings warmer, because there is less outer wall exposed to the cold. Many people can share the same elevator, heating system, and water pipes.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. Why do so many people in cities live in apartments?
The Big Idea
Many city families live in apartments. Homes are stacked on top of each other! Why live this way?
Limited Land
Step one: Limited Land. In a crowded city, land is limited and expensive. There is not much room to spread out.
Stacking
Step two: Stacking. Apartments stack homes on top of each other. More families can live close to work, schools, and shops.
Sharing
Step three: Sharing. Shared walls and floors keep buildings warmer, because less outer wall is exposed to the cold. Many people share the same elevator, heating system, and water pipes.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Elevators lift people. Stairs connect floors. Pipes run up and down. Heating is shared.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! Apartments in the same building can have very different views. Shared walls save heat. Walk to shops. Share an elevator.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Draw a cross-section of an apartment building. Show several floors of homes. Show where the pipes go. Add the stairs and elevator. Draw your family in one apartment.
Outro
Many city people live in apartments because land is limited and expensive. Stacking homes lets more families live close to everything, and shared walls keep buildings warmer. Living close together has many benefits. Science is amazing! Remember, every big discovery starts with a small question. Keep looking, keep learning, and keep asking why! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!