Careers - Kids

This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in ceramics. Included are the history and cultural significance of ceramics, ceramics tools and techniques, ceramics career paths, and highlights of successful ceramic artists. Step-by-step projects help readers practice...

This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in woodworking. Included are the history and cultural significance of woodworking, woodworking tools and techniques, woodworking career paths, and highlights of successful woodworkers. Step-by-step projects help readers practice woodworking...

Did you know that paramedics take care of people on the way to a hospital? Paramedics record what is wrong with people to help doctors treat them. Find out more in Paramedics, a People Who Keep Us Safe book.Author: Ruth DalyISBN-10: 148967621XISBN-13: 9781489676214Publisher: Av2Language:...

Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children discover a foreign language. Highlighting more complex concepts that go beyond colors and numbers, titles in the series feature jobs, music, opposites, and sports....

A children's book that explores all the amazing things that happen inside a children's hospital and gives thanks to the many hardworking people that help keep us safe and well. Going to the hospital might seem scary or worrying - you might be hurt,...

If you think construction workers have a tough job, try doing it underwater. These professionals stay underwater for hours to build bridges and buildings beneath the surface. Dive in to explore the history of underwater construction workers, the tools they use, and the dangers...

Smoke jumpers jump out of aircraft to fight wildfires in remote locations. They work as a team to keep people safe. Learn about their gear, their techniques, and the dangers these firefighting heroes face.Author: Clara CellaISBN-10: 1728486238ISBN-13: 9781728486239Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2023Pages: 24Format:...

Life in the fast lane is a typical day's work for race car drivers. Discover the history of racing, the dangers drivers face, and the ways they stay safe on the track. Keep reading with fascinating diagrams and new vocabulary!Author: Clara CellaISBN-10: 172848622XISBN-13: 9781728486222Publisher:...

Without ice road truckers, people in the coldest regions of the world wouldn't be able to survive. These trucks bring the food, fuel, and other necessary supplies to very isolated communities. Learn about brave journeys across frozen roads, and see how truckers stay safe...

If you think construction workers have a tough job, try doing it underwater. These professionals stay underwater for hours to build bridges and buildings beneath the surface. Dive in to explore the history of underwater construction workers, the tools they use, and the dangers...

Smoke jumpers jump out of aircraft to fight wildfires in remote locations. They work as a team to keep people safe. Learn about their gear, their techniques, and the dangers these firefighting heroes face.Author: Clara CellaISBN-10: 1728475562ISBN-13: 9781728475561Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2023Pages: 24Format:...

Life in the fast lane is a typical day's work for race car drivers. Discover the history of racing, the dangers drivers face, and the ways they stay safe on the track. Keep reading with fascinating diagrams and new vocabulary!Author: Clara CellaISBN-10: 1728475554ISBN-13: 9781728475554Publisher:...

Without ice road truckers, people in the coldest regions of the world wouldn't be able to survive. These trucks bring the food, fuel, and other necessary supplies to very isolated communities. Learn about brave journeys across frozen roads, and see how truckers stay safe...

What do app developers, aircraft designers, and sports clothing creators have in common? They're jobs in technology! The varied, exciting careers highlighted in this book are the perfect way to help readers understand that technology is far more than just computer programming. Each section...

What do app developers, aircraft designers, and sports clothing creators have in common? They're jobs in technology! The varied, exciting careers highlighted in this book are the perfect way to help readers understand that technology is far more than just computer programming. Each section...

Whether you want to study the past, the present, or the future, science jobs are where you can do it! But not all scientists are simply studying. They are using their theories and ideas to explain--and change--the world. This book includes sections on oceanographers,...

Whether you want to study the past, the present, or the future, science jobs are where you can do it! But not all scientists are simply studying. They are using their theories and ideas to explain--and change--the world. This book includes sections on oceanographers,...

When you're good at math, the career possibilities are endless! But, the math profession most young readers are familiar with is likely limited to math teachers! This book aims to open readers' eyes to the many ways they can use math to build a...

When you're good at math, the career possibilities are endless! But, the math profession most young readers are familiar with is likely limited to math teachers! This book aims to open readers' eyes to the many ways they can use math to build a...

From dams to computers, so much in the world around us requires special kinds of engineering. This essential volume breaks down the many jobs that have to do with engineering--including metallurgists, mechanical engineers, systems engineers, and more--and explains the tasks these engineers accomplish, and...

From dams to computers, so much in the world around us requires special kinds of engineering. This essential volume breaks down the many jobs that have to do with engineering--including metallurgists, mechanical engineers, systems engineers, and more--and explains the tasks these engineers accomplish, and...

There's so much more to art than paintings that hang in a museum. From makeup artists to animators, art professionals are all around us, shaping the look of TV shows, theater shows, video games, and so much more. This set introduces young readers to...

There's so much more to art than paintings that hang in a museum. From makeup artists to animators, art professionals are all around us, shaping the look of TV shows, theater shows, video games, and so much more. This set introduces young readers to...

Think big league baseball begins with the opening pitch? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional baseball--from prepping the diamond and welcoming fans to hawking hot dogs and broadcasting from the booth....

Think pro basketball begins with the opening tipoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional basketball--from cleaning the hardcourt and mascot madness to locker room pep talks and postgame interviews. This fast-paced,...

Think a soccer match begins with the opening kickoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional soccer--from prepping the pitch and cleaning cleats to player escorts and jersey swaps. This fast-paced, fact-filled...

Think pro basketball begins with the opening tipoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional basketball--from cleaning the hardcourt and mascot madness to locker room pep talks and postgame interviews. This fast-paced,...

Think pro football begins with the opening kickoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional football--from pregame tailgating and prepping the pigskins to halftime shows and postgame interviews. This fast-paced, fact-filled book...

Think big league baseball begins with the opening pitch? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional baseball--from prepping the diamond and welcoming fans to hawking hot dogs and broadcasting from the booth....

GRADES 1-3/AGES 6-9: Guide your child through an exploration of the field and how it relates to science, technology, engineering, arts, and math while solving career-related problems.INCLUDES: Features an engaging storybook about the daily life of an doctor, a guided journal with fun facts...

GRADES 1-3/AGES 6-9: Guide your child through an exploration of the field and how it relates to science, technology, engineering, arts, and math while solving career-related problems.INCLUDES: Features an engaging storybook about the daily life of an astronaut, a guided journal with fun facts...

It's time to get in the fire engine and sound the alarm. In this book, beginning readers head to the station to meet the heroes who help our communities: firefighters. Readers will love this lively look at the many duties and tools of firefighters....

People pursuing careers in zoology usually focus on certain groups of animals. Herpetologists study reptiles and amphibians, and entomologists are experts on insects. They don't just work at zoos, either. They're teachers, writers, researchers, and more. Some zoologists work in labs and classrooms, while...

The mastery of certain skills can only help students succeed in all areas of life, no matter what they do or where they do it. Problem solving is among the most important of these life skills. This book is a comprehensive examination of problem-solving...

Teenagers learn in this riveting volume that the homicide unit is the most elite detective squad in a police force. They discover how a homicide squad responds to a crime scene, from evidence collection and analysis, interviewing witnesses, and following leads to issuing arrest...

Music careers go beyond being in a band or joining a world-famous orchestra. Many of them do not require a college education. This volume provides readers with the tools they need to build a career in the field of music without heading to college...

For those who are interested in sports, and those interested in the nonphysical marketing side of sports, this book offers an exhilarating look at the people who make the glitz and glamor happen. Athlete-endorsed products, Times Square billboards, and sports video games, sports marketers...

When was the last time you had your eyesight tested or visited an optician? Perhaps one day you might like to become an optician too? In this book you will meet our optician, Nicola - and some of the people she works with -...

When our pets are sick, we rely on veterinarians to make them well. Considering how many of us consider our pets as an important member of the family, it's a very important job. In this book, readers learn about the many responsibilities of veterinarians,...

School wouldn't be a complete experience without the school nurse. He or she not only helps us when we're not feeling well, but they also help us maintain proper development and provide treatment when we veer off track. Readers will visit the nurse's office...

Dentists keep our teeth and mouths healthy, and teach us proper oral hygiene for a long lifetime with our very necessary chompers. Students will love learning about a day in the life of a dentist, creating a new appreciation for dentistry and oral health.Author:...

Lights, camera, action! Go behind the scenes for an inside look at what it takes to be a camera operator. Camera operators help create movies, TV shows, music videos, commercials, and more. They stay on the move, from covering large sporting events to local...

From putting a cast on a broken leg to performing lifesaving surgery, a doctor's job is challenging and rewarding. Your readers will see what it's like to have this incredible job.Author: Erin HeathISBN-10: 1404280707ISBN-13: 9781404280700Publisher: PowerKids PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2009Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 7.20h...

If you are flying on a commercial airplane, there is a good chance that you are riding with an air marshal. Air marshals are undercover federal law enforcement officers charged with protecting the lives of passengers and preventing hijackings, bombings, and other kinds of...

A landscape designer is a person who plans the plants, water features, lighting, and trees to make outdoor spaces that are attractive and functional. They need to be knowledgeable about soil and climate, as well as be creative and detail oriented. If this sounds...

Early pioneers would travel from far and wide to visit the gristmill for the essential service of having their grain ground. Communities often developed in areas where gristmills had been built. In The Gristmill young readers will find out how the miller produced flour,...

In How Artists See Work children can see how Patrick Desjarlait showed in one painting the many tasks that go into making maple syrup; how the Limbourg Brothers created the feeling of a hot July day on a medieval farm; how Jacob Lawrence used...

A career in science can involve traveling around the world - and maybe even leaving it! From tracking violent storms or studying penguins in the Antarctic to repairing the International Space Station or searching for new planets, this fascinating book shows that a career...

This innovative title explores the ways that critical thinking can be applied to problem solving in school, work, and social settings. Real-world examples and opportunities for hands-on practice support readers as they learn how to frame, analyze, and synthesize information. Readers are also encouraged...

What does it mean to be elected to political office? It means you get to decide how to make a town, a state, or even the whole country a better place to live. But how does someone get elected? And what are the challenges...