Careers - Kids

Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a forensic psychologist. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent...

Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a robotics engineer. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, and daily job tasks related to this career, in the framework of the STEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, movement....

Takes readers on a backstage tour of working in fashion, from haute couture to retail. Spreads highlight the skills and education readers will need, feature career spotlights, and show readers and where the future of the field is headed.Author: Mirella S. MillerISBN-10: 1632354454ISBN-13: 9781632354457Publisher:...

A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and innovations of Lululemon Athletica, the Canadian athletic apparel company that was founded in 1998 and today has hundreds of retail locations.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 1628321598ISBN-13: 9781628321593Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2016Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 10.80h x 7.40w...

A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and innovations of Berkshire Hathaway, the holding company that was founded by Warren Buffett in 1965 and today is among the largest ownership groups.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 162832158XISBN-13: 9781628321586Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2016Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 10.80h...

Learn about the important job of a paramedic and how they help you when your sick.Author: Miguel T. RosarioISBN-10: 1627129979ISBN-13: 9781627129978Publisher: Cavendish Square PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/16/2014Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 8.22h x 5.59w x 0.09d

Find out all the different ways police officers help keep you safe.Author: Virginia O'BrianISBN-10: 1627123636ISBN-13: 9781627123631Publisher: Cavendish Square PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/16/2014Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.16lbsSize: 4.53h x 7.95w x 0.10d

This book about wildlife rescue and rehabilitation is a great way to give young readers a true glimpse into the world of animal care. It includes information on training and education, job duties, and career path opportunities. Lively text profiles professionals on the job,...

A young girl practices her violin lesson and pretends to be a famous concert violinist, showing what it's like to be a professional musician. Includes hands-on activity and glossary of muscial terms.Author: Connie Colwell MillerISBN-10: 1622433637ISBN-13: 9781622433636Publisher: Amicus IllustratedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize:...

Who is the author behind your most beloved American classic? This title takes a look into Robert Frost's life, including significant events, influences, and most remembered works. Frost is best known for his stunningly realistic descriptions of rural life and for winning the Pulitzer...

A brief exploration of what cave explorers do on the job, including the equipment they use and the training they need, plus real-life instances of exploring caves such as Kentucky's Mammoth Cave.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 1608189236ISBN-13: 9781608189236Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2018Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight:...

A brief exploration of what deep-sea fishers do on the job, including the equipment they use and the training they need, plus real-life instances of record-breaking fishing off the coast of New Zealand.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 1608189244ISBN-13: 9781608189243Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2018Pages: 24Format: Library...

A brief exploration of what animal wranglers do on the job, including the equipment they use and the training they need, plus real-life instances of animal wrangling on movie sets such as the Harry Potter series.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 160818921XISBN-13: 9781608189212Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

It takes a lot of different people to bring us the TV shows we love. Readers will learn about he many jobs people do that help bring TV shows to our homes.Author: Lucia RaatmaISBN-10: 1602799806ISBN-13: 9781602799806Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2011Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight:...

Going to school for the first time is a milestone moment and is often looked to with great excitement. Recess, math class, and silent reading time might be brand-new experiences that young children often want to learn how to do just right before they...

Scientists maintain that we've only explored 5 percent of Earth's oceans. These incredible expanses contain so many resources that many of us take for granted. Readers of this adventurous guide will be eager to find out how they can be explorers of Earth's final...

It may seem obvious to adults, but many young readers don't yet know that all cultures have the same kinds of activities. We all cook, we all entertain ourselves, we all wear things, we all transport ourselves, we all sleep, and much more. This...

How is the navy different than the coast guard or marines? Don't they all work on boats? This book combines a high-interest topic with an accessible reading level that will grab the attention of even struggling readers. Helpful and captivating full-color photographs and diagrams...

Most readers will at least have a cursory awareness of the air force, the awesome, flying arm of the US military fleet. This book is the next step for readers to learn and understand how to become part of this fighting force. Readers will...

Paleontology is one of the most intriguing careers for those who have a passion for prehistoric life--or just dinosaurs! While we get to see the fruits of a successful excavation at museums, it's extremely challenging to locate fossils, unearth them, and identify the remains....

Students learn more about how effective teamwork can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled "investigations" of related skills illustrated to depict...

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the self-driving car tech field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career. Careers in Self-Driving Car Technology introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities...

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the drone tech field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career. Careers in Drone Technology introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities that invite...

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the VR field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career. Careers in Virtual Reality Technology introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities that invite...

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the nanomedicine field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career. Careers in Nanomedicine introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities that invite readers to...

Kids can make a difference too! In this How Do They Help? collection featuring charities started by children, readers will explore the ways Paper Beads from Africa contributes positively to the world. Discover this nonprofit's work and what problems they look to solve while...

Hospitality & Tourism in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Hospitality & Tourism career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 1534101756ISBN-13: 9781534101753Publisher: Cherry Lake...

Each book in the My Friendly Neighborhood series is written for the earliest readers and dedicated to describing a neighborhood worker in their community. This book studies the responsibilities of waste and recycling collectors. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word...

Education & Training in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Education & Training career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 1534101888ISBN-13: 9781534101883Publisher: Cherry Lake...

Business in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Business Management & Administration career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 153410187XISBN-13: 9781534101876Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage:...

Finance in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Finance career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 153410173XISBN-13: 9781534101739Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2017Pages: 32Format:...

Education & Training in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Education & Training career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 1534101721ISBN-13: 9781534101722Publisher: Cherry Lake...

Kids can make a difference too! In this How Do They Help? collection featuring charities started by children, readers will explore the ways Jessie Rees Foundation contributes positively to the world. Discover this nonprofit's work and what problems they look to solve. Sidebars and...

Kids can make a difference too! In this How Do They Help? collection featuring charities started by children, readers will explore the ways FUNDaFIELD contributes positively to the world. Discover this nonprofit's work and what problems they look to solve. Sidebars and backmatter ask...

Each book in the My Friendly Neighborhood series is written for the earliest readers and dedicated to describing a neighborhood worker. This book studies the responsibilities of doctors. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a...

Each book in the My Friendly Neighborhood series is written for the earliest readers and dedicated to describing a neighborhood worker. This book studies the responsibilities of police officers. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes...

This book introduces readers to the life of one of our country's first leaders, Alexander Hamilton, who helped create the United States as we know it today. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, a...

This book introduces readers to the life of our country's first president, George Washington, who led America to victory during the Revolutionary War. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, a timeline, fun facts, Making...

This book introduces readers to the life of one of our country's first leaders, Benjamin Franklin, a noted writer and inventor. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, a timeline, fun facts, Making Connections questions,...

This title, Teachers, shows readers how teachers help their communities, using familiar school-related examples. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes...

This title, Police Officers, shows readers how police officers help their communities and how readers themselves can call police if they need help. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making...

This title, Librarians, shows readers how librarians help their communities and how readers themselves can enjoy libraries. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an...

This title, Firefighters, shows readers how firefighters help their communities and why fire safety is important. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index....

This title, Delivery Drivers, shows readers how delivery drivers help their communities, using familiar examples such as mail and food delivery. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions,...

Have you ever wanted to become a seismologist? In Exploring Earthquakes: Seismologists at Work! young readers will find out what these supercool scientists really do! They will explore how seismologists study and record earthquakes, and discover the special tools seismologists use. Aligned to Common...

Did you know that there are more than 16,000 public libraries in the United States? A librarian picks new books for the library and makes them easy to find. Learn more about librarians in The Librarian.Author: Jared SiemensISBN-10: 151055355XISBN-13: 9781510553552Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format:...

The People Who Keep Us Safe series introduces young readers to important figures who work hard to keep their communities safe. Easy-to-read text based on sight words is accompanied by exciting visuals to help encourage a love of reading in young audiences.Author: Ruth DalyISBN-10:...

The farmer is a person in my neighborhood. Did you know that most of the foods people eat are grown by farmers? Learn more about farmers in The Farmer.Author: Jared SiemensISBN-10: 1510538313ISBN-13: 9781510538313Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.60h x 9.50w x...

The construction worker is a person in my neighborhood. Did you know that construction workers build tall buildings? Learn more about construction workers in The Construction Worker.Author: Jared SiemensISBN-10: 151053833XISBN-13: 9781510538337Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 8.60h x 9.60w x 0.30d

The postal worker is a person in my neighborhood. Did you know that some postal workers may use a boat to deliver mail to houses along a river? Learn more about postal workers in The Postal Worker.Author: Jared SiemensISBN-10: 1510538291ISBN-13: 9781510538290Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages:...