Careers - Kids

In Doctors, early readers will learn how doctors help sick and injured patients recover, and discover how these professionals keep people healthy by conducting yearly check-ups. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they find out what doctors do...

Paleontologists are scientists that study prehistory by looking at fossils, artifacts, and more. There are many kinds of paleontologists looking at different kinds of fossils. While each field within paleontology may look at only one part, they each work together in the end! By...

Entomology is the study of insects and sometimes other animals with a hard exoskeleton. Entomologists have a passion for these creepy crawlies, exploring how insects adapted to survive in a world much larger than them. They also study how different insects may be helpful,...

Bacteriology is the study of bacteria, how they survive, and how they relate to the world of medicine, farming, and other industries. In this field, scientists learn about the many kinds of bacteria and how they may be helpful, or harmful, to human life....

Video games are extremely popular among young people. What if that enthusiasm could lead to a successful career path? In this book, video game aficionados will be inspired to channel their passion for play into creative ambition. They'll discover what kind of education and...

Got an eye for style and a flair for fashion? Fashion design is a glamorous career path that combines creativity, diligence, and collaboration. In this book, readers will learn all about what it takes to be a fashion designer. They'll learn about different roles...

What happens after death? That was a big question for ancient Egyptians. They believed that a person needed his or her body in death as much as in life. So they did all they could to preserve and protect the body. For them, preparing...

Author: Abigail M. JohnsonISBN-10: 1792370415ISBN-13: 9781792370410Publisher: Healthcare: A Visual EncyclopediaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/28/2025Pages: 60Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.07lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.31d

It's time to learn! Teachers make sure students succeed in the classroom. They teach reading, STEM, and more. Developing readers will learn how teachers help their students in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success while colorful...

It's time for a checkup! Doctors write prescriptions, check x-rays, and more. They keep us healthy and happy. Developing readers will learn how doctors help young patients in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success while colorful...

Put on heavy gear, drive a fire truck, put out a fire! Firefighters protect the community, from putting out fires to getting cats out of trees and more. Developing readers will learn how the first responders help keep the community safe in this low-level...

Uh-oh, a dog hurt its leg! It needs to go to the vet. Veterinarians are doctors for animals. Developing readers will learn how vets help pets and their owners in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success...

There's more to police work than arresting criminals! Police officers patrol around town, control traffic, and more. Developing readers learn how the first responders help keep the community safe in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success...

Oh no, the car broke down! It's time to go to a mechanic. Mechanics keep our cars and trucks running smoothly. Developing readers learn how mechanics fix vehicles in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success while...

Put on some boots, drive a tractor, plant some crops! Farmers grow our food, raise cattle and sheep, and more. Developing readers will learn how farmers help us in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success while...

Put on a hard hat, drive a crane, build a house! Construction workers build buildings, roads, bridges, and more. Developing readers will learn how construction workers help the community in this low-level beginning reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary to build reading success...

This book describes how police officers put their lives on the line to respond to emergencies and investigate crimes. 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, which has...

Trains run every day, carrying people and goods to their destinations. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning about the important roles trains play in our communities. As readers practice decoding words with the long vowel teams ai and ay, they gain nonfiction...

The day of a firefighter can get pretty exciting if there's an emergency or a fire to attend to! However, not every day has such a situation--so what does a firefighter do all day? As readers find out in this book, there's a lot...

How does science help solve a crime? Cross over the yellow tape and enter the behind-the-scenes world of forensics! From the crime scene to the laboratory, learn about the real tools and steps used to hunt for clues and crack the case. E is...

Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 1668963418ISBN-13: 9781668963418Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2025Pages: 24Format: Library Binding

Doctors keep us healthy. Learn about a doctor's tools, workplace, and role in the community.Author: Gail Saunders-Smith, Dee ReadyISBN-10: 1620658437ISBN-13: 9781620658437Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2013Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 6.80h x 5.70w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.1Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 507897 /...

Weather patterns, storm systems, hurricanes, and tornadoes--these are some of the many things that meteorologist's study! In this exciting field, scientists learn about the different types of weather and atmospheric changes that happen around the world. Through these discoveries, we can learn both how...

From athlete to bricklayer, chef, diver, zydeco musician, and more, careers in Louisiana are varied and interesting.Young readers will learn about the paths they might take when choosing a career in the Bayou State. A "What Would It Take to Become..." page gives young...

Author: Kaitlyn DulingISBN-13: 9798893044829Publisher: Blastoff! ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2025Pages: 24Format: Library Binding

Ever wonder what a gravedigger does? This sweet and gentle picture book tells the story of a dad who works in a cemetery! It's a super helpful way to explain to little ones what happens when people die and where they go to rest....

Nurses keep hospitals and doctor's offices humming! Their main job is caring for patients, but what sorts of tasks does that entail? This book introduces the nursing career to young readers. With real-life examples of exactly what nurses must do--and complementary photographs--the main content...

Being a working parent isn't easy! Follow a mom-by-day, waitress-by-night as she goes through the ups and downs of her shift at a busy restaurant. Although her job waiting tables can be demanding and chaotic, she never stops missing her family.This story is a...

Being a working parent isn't easy! Follow a mom-by-day, waitress-by-night as she goes through the ups and downs of her shift at a busy restaurant. Although her job waiting tables can be demanding and chaotic, she never stops missing her family.This story is a...

Welcome to *"Lily's Little Miracle"!* In this book, you'll meet Lily, a big sister with a heart full of love, and her baby brother, Max, who was born too soon. When Max has to stay in a special place called the NICU, Lily's world...

Prepare for lift-off and let your friendly astronaut guides take you on a tour of the universe. Explore galaxies, meteor showers and uncover the mystery of black holes. Learn about stars and the amazing constellations you could see by looking up at the night...

This Professions Coloring Book for Kids was designed to help kids learn about the careers and express their imagination while coloring!Discover awesome and playful coloring pages featuring professions and more!While coloring your kids will learn how to hold a pencil or crayon correctly, improve...

Sonia Sotomayor has been a trailblazer all her life. She's the Supreme Court's first Latina justice, and its third-ever woman! This low-level book explores Sonia's childhood in the Bronx, her career as a tough-but-fair prosecutor, and her journey to the highest court in the...

Do you have pets? Do you love making them look their best? Read this book to learn about becoming a pet groomer.Author: Marie PearsonISBN-10: 1543560490ISBN-13: 9781543560497Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/02/2019Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 8.90h x 6.80w x 0.20dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.2Point Value: 0.5Interest Level:...

Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award-winner Kathleen Krull is an expert at bringing history to life in her engaging titles and series, including Women Who Broke the Rules, Lives of . . ., Giants of Science, and A Kid's Guide to America's Bill of Rights....

Author: Aisha C. YoungISBN-13: 9798218685690Publisher: AC Young Book PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/10/2025Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 8.50h x 11.00w x 0.07d

Although everyone eats, few people know what dietitians do. As the food and nutrition experts, dietitians help individuals and communities eat better, be healthy, and thrive. Dietitians work in a wide variety of settings-from hospitals and schools to sports teams, research labs, and even...

What I Want to Be When I Grow Up: An Astronaut is a delightful and inspiring children's book that introduces young readers to the exciting world of space exploration. Part of the beloved What I Want to Be When I Grow Up series, this...

Perfect for children aged 5-12 who are starting to explore careers, this book inspires young minds while serving as a valuable guide throughout their journey. It offers clear explanations of each profession, its unique highlights, and the skills involved, all brought to life with...

Welcome to a world where bravery, courage, and public service come together in a blaze of excitement and intrigue. Open these pages to discover the captivating realm of firefighting, and embark on an exploration like no other. Designed for young readers, this unique book...

*** Bilingual Simplified Chinese-English Edition ***Discover the life of Vera Wang, the little girl who grew up to become one of the world's most famous fashion designers!Growing up in bustling New York City, Vera Wang dreamed of becoming an Olympic figure skater. When that...

Marine biologists do more than swim with dolphins--though they may do that! They study how marine life is changing with global warming, how plants in the ocean grow without much sunlight, and more. Since much of the bottom of the ocean has yet to...

Anthropology is the study of people--where we came from, how we lived long ago, and more. This book explores how anthropologists combine a study of history and science to build an interesting career full of discovery. Readers learn about physical and cultural anthropologists, how...

What kinds of scientists need math, physics, chemistry, and biology knowledge that's out of this world? Aerospace engineers! These incredible scientists are leading the way in learning more about outer space and help to build the technology we use to guide the people who...

Geneticists the study of all the traits and features that are passed from parents to children, from eye color to genetic disorders. They look for patterns and use them to decode and understand the world around us. These amazing scientists have helped farmers develop...

How can the smallest things on Earth have such a big impact? That's exactly what microbiologists study! From viruses to mold, the tiny organisms that microbiologists focus on can help answer important, everyday questions like why someone is sick or how to bake a...

Computer scientists are hard at work writing programs to collect, store, protect, and analyze huge amounts of data. They may pioneer data security plans or be part of cutting-edge medical research. In this informative volume, readers are introduced to the incredibly diverse and in-demand...

What is a zoologist? A zoologist is a scientist that studies the many animals found around the world and how they survive in the wild. Within this field, scientists work hard to study all animals from the largest mammals, blue whales, to the smallest...

Tornados! Hurricanes! Floods! Blizzards! Fueled by curiosity and courage, storm chasers put themselves at risk to conduct research and collect data about the world's wildest weather. In this exciting and educational guide, readers will jump into this dangerous job, discovering what it takes to...

Read about beloved Chilean-American actor Pedro Pascal in the latest installment of Hispanic Star's series of engaging, illustrated biographies for young readers published in English and Spanish. Meet award-winning actor Pedro Pascal--once just an imaginative kid obsessed with movies. Born in Chile, Pedro spent...