Careers - Kids

Geology, which is the study of Earth's makeup, structures, and the processes that form them, is endlessly fascinating. Geologists help us understand our world and provide knowledge that helps government and industry keep society functioning. The vibrant imagery, highlighted vocabulary, and other learning tools...

Engineering is an increasingly important field in our technology-driven marketplace. Those students with an engineering background will have a great advantage in the job market. This essential volume introduces readers to what engineers do as well as the various branches of the field. Also,...

An overview of the dangerous job of a wilderness rescue pilot. Describes how these pilots fly to icy peaks and through forest fires to find missing people. Includes color photos and a glossary.Author: William David ThomasISBN-10: 1608701808ISBN-13: 9781608701803Publisher: Cavendish Square PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2011Pages: 32Format:...

Wondering about what career you might have in the future? Not sure where to get information on different jobs? This book can help you out. This book examines a variety of jobs in the field of public service. Each chapter looks at a different...

Wondering about what career you might have in the future? Not sure where to get information on different jobs? This book can help you out. This book examines a variety of jobs in the field of public service. Each chapter looks at a different...

When a crime occurs, investigators are on the case. Using a careful scientific process, they study the clues, including fingerprint, ballistics, digital, and blood evidence. Follow along and see how these highly trained crime scene and forensics investigators analyze what's left behind to move...

What do you want to be when you grow up? Not sure? That's great because there are tons of fun and interesting jobs in STEAM fields to explore. Readers will learn what each job entails, places the careers may take them, and what kind...

The marines make headlines frequently for their daring missions and bravery. There's no better time than now to offer this inside look into how one becomes a marine and into the life of these incredible heroes in a way that will appeal to even...

Who wants to produce podcasts? In this title, prospective podcast producers will meet pioneers in the podcasting field, examine the history of podcasting, and learn about what podcasting entails, the tools used to create podcasts, and trends in the podcast industry. Table of contents,...

Learn more about some of the greatest players and the illnesses or injuries that cut their careers short. From Lou Gehrig to Pat Tillman, each chapter highlights a sports star whose career ended too soon. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.Author: Brian...

Readers who wish for a career in professional sports, but lack the athletic ability to go pro can consider a role as a sports agent. This extensive overview of this occupation includes dramatic examples of what sports agents do, as well as the personal...

This guide helps readers learn not only how to develop a digital portfolio but also how to use the portfolio to improve their communication skills with key audiences. Readers will discover how to highlight the work that best communicates their "brand" or message and...

The skills required to deliver successful research papers have never been more important. This authoritative book provides young readers with a solid foundation to help them formulate their ideas, embark on their research, complete the writing process, and properly cite sources. It aligns with...

The world of IT is ever changing, with new operating systems, software packages, and hardware equipment introduced at a breakneck speed. Technical analysts provide the computer database support for organizations and their users. They implement upgrades, perform computing system maintenance and testing, develop IT...

All projects require a competent manager, and that is most certainly the case with big IT projects. Technical project managers supervise all aspects of the project, manage personnel, oversee budgets, ensure that the work stays on schedule, and execute communication plans between all parties....

Financial technology is revolutionizing the field of finance, allowing customers to pay bills and send money more easily than in the past and giving them the tools they need to manage their own finances. And all of that is made possible through coding. This...

Computer systems administrators supervise the day-to-day operation of such physical computer devices as central data storage, printers, scanners, and routers. They install programs, hook up cables, identify problems, and update equipment and software. In 2016, U.S. News and World Report ranked the occupation the...

Digital portfolios allow students to showcase their work to potential employers, college admission boards, and scholarship and award committees. In this title, readers will get expert tips on how to create their own portfolio and how to incorporate collaborative projects, including those they've completed...

Creating music twenty years ago was done very differently from the way it's created today. Musicians can write, record, and mix their own music from a laptop, rather than waiting to make it big through more traditional means. This guide to the modern age...

What's it like to be an FBI special agent? This book introduces readers to the daily activities and jobs within the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Readers will learn about the exciting cases the FBI investigates to keep America safe, which often entail foreign spies,...

Accounting, sometimes called "the language of business," is a crucial pillar of all business activity. From a bookkeeping gig in a small office, to handling accounts payable and accounts receivable for a large enterprise, this book details the huge variety of jobs that make...

This resource provides information for tech-savvy readers about the ins-and-outs of customer service and technical support, including education requirements, job duties and skills, and how to get started in these fields. This practical guide reveals the best educational and experiential paths to a career...

A growing service economy in the United States has made retail a major growth industry. This book details the preparation and training or schooling involved in securing a job in retail, depending on the position and one's career goals, both short and long term....

Work as an undercover gang investigator is not for everyone. This career guide is for those young people who feel they have the physical and mental toughness and resourcefulness to work in this most difficult of fields. In addition to explaining exactly what personality...

In the last decade, it has become increasingly difficult for a student to leap directly from college and into a career. Opportunities are harder to find, so it is very important to have an edge on the competition. A way to do this is...

There are some people who love being active. Well, this book is for them. Instead of reading about a career stuck in an office, this volume introduces readers to opportunities such as coaching, working in the performing arts, and in recreation. There are sections...

Students learn that internships and volunteer positions can give them a foot in the door for permanent employment in math or science careers. They discover that these opportunities can provide options for sampling different careers and perhaps discover those vocations are not what they...

LILY VISITS THE POLICE STATIONIn "Lily's Visits the Police Department, " join the curious and spirited young girl, Lily, on an enthralling visit to the bustling police department in her town.One sunny morning, Lily has some free time as she uses her retired police...

Come inside for a fresh look at careers in 'green' food, from planting to cultivation, and merchandising to selling. In addition to the "greening" of conventional methods of food production, this book examines careers in alternative energy, equipment, packaging, and delivery systems.Author: Ruth OwenISBN-10:...

There are no second places in aerial combat. Fighter pilots have perhaps the most dangerous job of all pilots - engaging other aircraft in order to shoot them down, or flying over enemy territory to drop bombs. Learning to master flying such a complex...

When the heat gets turned up in a conflict, support helicopter pilots are called upon to bring in additional troops and equipment or even provide battle support from the air. In modern warfare, the helicopter's agility and hovering ability have made it indispensible to...

Building Green Places takes a 'green' look at careers in planning, designing, and building energy-efficient facilities in which to live, work, and play. It also includes the development of communities built in a way that will complement and enhance Earth's ecosystems.Author: Ruth OwenISBN-10: 0778748529ISBN-13:...

Despite the availability of the Internet, the library is still an important place for research. Through clear text and full-color photos, readers will learn how to conduct research in the library and the media center, as well as how to make the best use...

Multimedia presentations are a part of every person's education. From the time we start using computers, we're expected to know how to use various programs and equipment in order to create videos, slideshows, recordings, and many other elements to create stimulating presentations and projects....

Are you fascinated by sickness and how it spreads? Do you have the urge to help people suffering from diseases both known and unknown? Do you ever wonder how vaccines and cures are developed? If so, a career as an infectious disease specialist might...

From the exploits of Commodore John Paul Jones in the American Revolution to its current service in the Persian Gulf, the U.S. Navy has defended freedom across the world's oceans and seas. Today, the men and women of the Navy must adapt to diverse...

"Middle school, high school, college & beyond."Author: Carole MarshISBN-10: 063510556XISBN-13: 9780635105561Publisher: Gallopade InternationalLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/2012Pages: 58Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 10.80h x 8.20w x 0.40dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 05/01/2013 pg. 135

When I Grow Up is a rhyming book that takes a little girl and boy on a journey through 19 different careers they could have when they grow up. Careers range anywhere from teaching, lifeguards, doctors to the President. When I Grow Up is...

This title looks at different careers within the ICT sector, including electronic and hardware engineering; support technicians; and programming software and multimedia, including games developing. It also explores telecommunications and broadcast engineering, web designing, and looks at planning and maintaining systems and networks. In...

NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNT FOR THIS PRINT PRODUCT--OVERSTOCK SALE -- Significantly reduced list price while supplies last Provides information on the nature of the industry, employment, working conditions, occupations in the industry, training and advancement, earnings and benefits, and outlook. Organized by Standard Industrial...

Welcome to Boss Mode Boss Mode is a fun, kid-friendly guide that teaches children how to turn ideas into real businesses. With simple explanations, relatable examples, and easy step-by-step planning, kids learn how to earn money, save smart, give back, and build confidence along...

Have you ever wondered what stars are made of, or how they blaze into life? What about how a black hole works, or whether there's alien life somewhere in the universe? These are the kinds of incredible questions that astronomers spend their days trying...

Give a bark for the dogs who do. Raise a paw for dogs with professions. Wag your tail for dogs who are trained to help humans out. For hundreds of years, dogs with jobs have helped us in so many ways. Dogs have dedication,...

Park ranger is perhaps the quintessential outdoor career! Rangers spend much of their time patrolling and maintaining national and state parks. The United States has more than 400 national state parks, located from the state of Alaska to the territory of Guam. And there...

Discover the magic of kindness, courage, and big dreams in The Magical Stethoscope! When a curious child finds a shiny stethoscope, something incredible happens; it comes to life with sparkles, sounds, and gentle wisdom. Suddenly, every heartbeat tells a story, every breath carries a...

This book describes how firefighters brave thick smoke, blistering heat, and other dangers to save people from fires and other disasters. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. This book is part of the Apex Honors imprint,...

Spark big dreams with When You Grow, You Can Be Anything! This K-2 diverse children's career guide, written by a Black female author, teaches kids about 26 exciting A-to-Z jobs, from Astronaut to Zookeeper. Vivid, full-page illustrations bring diverse children to life in career-specific...

Most kids want to be doctors or teachers because these are the professionals that they usually see. Open your child's eyes to endless possibilities. Let him/her know that there are a plethora of other options when it comes to choosing careers. Get him/her to...

Can you imagine using your creativity to design buildings? Fix leaky roofs? Make sure that pipes carry water in just the right way? Jobs in architecture and construction are exciting, hands-on, and allow you to blend skills from your favorite STEAM subjects. In this...

An in-depth look at how crime scene investigators use evidence found at crime scenes to identify victims and suspects, employing real-life examples such as The Nightstalker case.Author: Valerie BoddenISBN-10: 1628324708ISBN-13: 9781628324709Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/03/2017Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.10w x 0.30dReview Citation(s):...