When it comes to choosing a career, sometimes the clues are right under you nose. They show up in the things you liike to do. In the things you are really good at doing. In the things you want to know more about. This playful series invites students to connect their own interests, abilities, and curiosities to real world opportunities.

The Career Clues for Kids introduces self-awareness as career exploration’s superpower. It’s a tool that students can use now as they start looking into different career ideas and throughtout a lifetime of career success.

Readers can investigate personally relevant careers in these titles:

• Do You Like Building Things?

• Do You Like Cooking?

• Do you Like Experimenting With STEM?

• Do You Like Keeping Up With Fashion?

• Do You Like Getting Creative?

• Do You Like Playing Sports?

• Do You Like Saving Planet Earth?

• Do You Like Taking Care of Animals?

What do high-demand professionals need to know in order to succeed? Readers can explore careers of interest in these titles:

• What Auto Mechanics Need to Know

• What Chefs Need to Know

• What Construction Managers Need to Know

• What Farmers Need to Know

• What Firefighters Need to Know

• What Nurse Practitioners Need to Know

• What Pilots Need to Know

• What Veterinarians Need to Know

It’s one thing to read about cool careers that other people do. It’s another thing to imagine yourself right there in the middle of all the action! Choose a Career Adventure weaves “you are there” stories around high-profile careers that many middle grade readers are sure to declare “awesome.” Each chapter provides an up close and personal look at what it takes to succeed in some of America’s most admired professions. Interactive elements and relevant web links provide real world connections and encourage big dreams – and realistic preparation.

Readers can explore high-profile career pathways in these titles:

• Choose a Career Adventure: Broadway

• Choose a Career Adventure: Cruise Ship

• Choose a Career Adventure: Hollywood

• Choose a Career Adventure: Military

• Choose a Career Adventure: NASA

• Choose a Career Adventure: Olympics

• Choose a Career Adventure: Super Bowl

• Choose a Career Adventure: White House

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Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies--from bright ideas to cool new products. The Emerging Tech Careers series inspires readers in grades 4-8 to consider a high-tech future career. Each title in the series introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities that invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes tables of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary backmatter.

Titles include:

• Artificial Intelligence

• Drones

• Nanomedicine

• Personal Space Travel

• Robot Technology

• Self-Driving Cars

• Virtual Reality

• Wearable Technology

Each of the 5 titles in the Find Your Future series includes reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.

Series titles include:

• Science

• Technology

• Engineering

The Get a Job series visits places most middle-graders are familiar with—and might even take for granted—and presents them in a new, unexpected light. This series injects excitement into everyday destinations and proves how some of the most varied and challenging jobs can be found right in your own backyard.

The six books track the (mis)-adventures of title character Jeremiah Oliver Baumgartner, who goes by the nickname “Job.” In each book, Job sets of a chain of events that take him through different locations around his town and introduces him to the different people it takes to keep familiar workplaces running smoothly.

Follow Job as he explores these community workplaces:

• Get a Job at the Airport

• Get a Job at the Construction Site

• Get a Job at the Grocery Store

• Get a Job at the Hospital

• Get a Job at the Shopping Mall

• Get a Job at the Landfill

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Get the entire collection of 8 interactive titles:

• Attitude
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Etiquette
• Job Search
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Work Ethic

It’s a big world out there and someday students everywhere must find their place in it. That’s why it’s never too soon to start exploring the possibilities…and prepare students to make the most of high school college-and-career-readiness opportunities. World of Work introduces readers in grades 4 to 7 to nationally recognized career pathways using age-appropriate language, high-energy graphics, 21st century skill-building activities, and relevant common core correlations.

Includes 16 individual books featuring nationally recognized career pathways:

• WoW: Architecture & Construction

• WoW: Arts & Communication

• WoW: Business & Administration

• WoW: Education & Training

• Wow: Finance

• WoW: Food & Natural Resources

• WoW: Government

• WoW: Health Sciences

• WoW: Hospitality & Tourism

• WoW: Human Services

• WoW: Information Technology

• WoW: Law & Public Safety

• WoW: Manufacturing

• WoW: Marketing, Sales & Service

• WoW: STEM

• WoW: Transportation

What do people do on Broadway? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Director

• Music Director

• Producer

• Set Designer

• Stage Actor

• Stage Manager

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do on cruise ships? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Captain

• Chief Purser

• Chief Radio Officer

• Cruise Director

• Ship Engineer

• Steward

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do in Hollywood? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Actor

• Camera Operator

• Costume Designer

• Director

• Special Effects Artist

• Stunt Person

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do in the military? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Air Force Pilot

• Army Cyber Officer

• Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer

• Deputy Secretary of Defense

• Marine Raider

• Navy Submarine Sonar Technician

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do at NASA (and in outer space)? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience next best thing to being there yourself opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Astronaut

• Intergalatic Chef

• Mars Rover Driver

• Mission Control Operator

• Rocket Scientist

• Space Suit Designer

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do at the Olympics? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Graphic Designer

• Gymnast

• Ice Hockey Player

• National Team Director

• Venue Director

• Volunteer Director

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do at the Super Bowl? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Half-time Show Producer

• Head Coach

• Quarterback

• Sports Reporter

• Sports Trainer

• TV Announcer

Then they write their own career adventure!

What do people do at the White House? Readers pick from six different scenarios and experience “next best thing to being there yourself” opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.

Readers explore what it’s like to be a:

• Chief Usher

• Intelligence Officer

• President

• Press Secretary

• Secret Service Agent

• Social Secretary

Then they write their own career adventure!

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Building introduces middle grade readers to careers they can build a future on. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options that work for them. Featured career options include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what it’s like to be a:

• Aircraft Mechanic

• Architect

• Automotive Engineer

• Carpenter

• Cartographer

• Civil Engineer

• Industrial Designer

• IronWorker

• Landscaper

• Urban Planner

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Cooking introduces middle grade readers to careers sure to delight young foodies everywhere. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to cook up some cool career ideas. Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what’s it like to be a:

• Baker

• Caterer

• Chef Event

• Planner

• Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

• Food Scientist

• Food Truck Owner

• Nutritionist

• Restaurant Manager

• Urban Farmer

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Experimenting with STEM introduces middle grade readers to careers infused with science, technology, engineer, and math. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options in the opportunity-rich STEM arena. Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what’s like to be a:

• Actuary

• Biochemist

• Data Scientist

• Environmental Engineer

• Forensic Science Technician

• Information Security Analyst

• Mathematician

• Mobile App Developer

• Physicians’ Assistant

• Solar Photovoltaic Installer

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Getting Creative introduces middle grade readers to careers sure to encourage artsy talents. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options that work for them. Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what it’s like to be a:

• Arts Teacher

• Art Director

• Cosmetologist

• Editor

• Floral Designer

• Interior Designer

• Musician

• Sound Engineer

• Video Game Designer

Fashionistas everywhere will find ideas for a stylish career in Career Clues for Kids Who Like Keeping Up with Fashion. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options that work for them. Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what it’s like to be a:

• Boutique Manager

• Costume Designer

• E-Commerce Manager

• Fashion Buyer

• Fashion Designer

• Fashion Model

• Fashion Writer

• Merchandiser

• Pattern Maker

• Personal Shopper

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Playing Sports introduces middle grade readers to careers sure to win with young sports fans everywhere. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options that work for them. . Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what it’s like to be a:

• Athletic Trainer

• Coach

• Facilities Manager

• Personal Trainer

• Pro Athlete

• Recreation Director

• Sportscaster

• Sports Doctor

• Sports Information Director

• Sports Statistician

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Saving Planet Earth introduces problem-solving middle grade readers to green and sustainable careers. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options that work for them. Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.

Readers investigate what it’s like to be a:

• Chief Sustainability Officer

• Eco Tour Guide

• Ecologist

• Energy Auditor

• Environmental Engineer

• Geologist

• Park Ranger

• Meteorologist

• Water Supply Specialist

Career Clues for Kids Who Like Taking Care of Animals introduces middle grade readers to furry and feathered creature-friendly careers. Readers connect with clues related to their own interests, abilities, and curiosity to explore career options that work for them. Featured careers include a full range of educational and skill requirements.  

Readers investigate what it’s like to be a:

• Animal Therapist

• Animal Trainer

• Conservation Officer

• K-9 Officer

• Kennel Manager

• Marine Biologist

• Pet Groomer

• Pet Sitter

• Vet Tech

• Zookeeper

Summary

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the artificial intelligence field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career.

Careers in Artificial Intelligence introduces six exciting careers:

• AI Research Scientist

• Data Scientist

• Game Developer

• Machine Learning Engineer

• Robotics Engineer

• Software Developer

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

Specifications

• Level: Grade 4 - Grade 7

• Dewey: 006.3

• Graphics: Full-color photographs

• Reinforced book (9781534129733): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Paperback (9781534132931): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• PDF (9781534131439): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Hosted ebook (9781534134638): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Subject: Professional, Science & Technology

• Series: Bright Futures Press

• Subseries: Emerging Tech Careers

Leveling

• Lexile® Measure: 880

• Guided Reading Level: W

Summary

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:

• Aerospace Engineer

• Artificial Intelligence Researcher

• Drone Photographer

• Mechanical Engineer

• Software Developer

• UAV Pilot

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

Specifications

• Level: Grade 4 - Grade 7

• Dewey: 629.133/39023

• Graphics: Full-color photographs

• Reinforced book (9781534129740): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Paperback (9781534132948): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• PDF (9781534131446): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Hosted ebook (9781534134645): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Subject: Professional, Science & Technology

• Series: Bright Futures Press

• Subseries: Emerging Tech Careers

Leveling

• Lexile® Measure: 880

  1. Guided Reading Level: W

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:

Biomedical Engineer

Chemist, Molecular Biologist

Nanotechnologist

Physician

Research Scientist

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary backmatter.

Specifications

• Level: Grade 4 - Grade 7

• Dewey: 610.69

• Graphics: Full-color photographs

• Reinforced book (9781534129757): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Paperback (9781534132955): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• PDF (9781534131453): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Hosted ebook (9781534134652): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Subject: Professional, Science & Technology

• Series: Bright Futures Press

• Subseries: Emerging Tech Careers

Leveling

• Lexile® Measure: 800

• Guided Reading Level: Y

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Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the personal space travel field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career.

Careers in Personal Space Travel introduces six exciting careers:

• Aerospace Engineer

• Astronaut

• Astronomer

• Atmospheric Scientist

• Avionics Technician

• Public Relations Specialist

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the robotics field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career.

Careers in Robot Technology introduces six exciting careers:

• Artificial Intelligence Scientist

• Materials Engineer

• Mechanical Engineer

• Programmer

• Robot Technician

• Robot Operator.

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

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:

• Car Designer

• Mapping Engineer

• Mechanic

• Safety Driver

• Sensor Software Engineer

• Vehicle Trainer

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

Specifications

• Level: Grade 4 - Grade 7

• Dewey: 629.2

• Graphics: Full-color photographs

• Reinforced book (9781534129788): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Paperback (9781534132986): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• PDF (9781534131484): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Hosted ebook (9781534134683): 7.5 x 9.5, 32 pages, © 2019

• Subject: Professional, Science & Technology

• Series: Bright Futures Press

• Subseries: Emerging Tech Careers

Leveling

• Lexile® Measure: 780

• Guided Reading Level: X

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:

• 3D Animator

• 3D Artist

• Game Designer

• Hardware Engineer

• Programmer

• Research Scientist

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the wearable electronics field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career.

Careers in Wearable Electronics introduces six exciting careers:

• Artificial Intelligence Programmer

• Data Analyst

• Game Developer

• Hardware Engineer

• Marketing Director

• Project Manager

Interactive sidebar features invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary back matter.

Find Your Future in Art introduces 8 high-interest art and design careers via reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.

Featured careers include:

• Architect

• Cartoonist

• Fashion Designer

• Graphic Designer

• Museum Curator

• Product Designer

• Set Designer

• Writer

Find Your Future in Engineering introduces 8 high-interest engineering careers via reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.

Featured careers include:

• Aerospace Engineer

• Chemical Engineer

• Civil Engineer

• Computer Engineer

• Environmental Engineer

• Manufacturing Engineer

• Mechanical Engineer

• Robotics Engineer

Find Your Future in Mathematics introduces 8 high-interest mathematical careers via reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.

Featured careers include:

• Accountant

• Actuary

• CAD Designer

• Cryptologist

• Economist

• Sports Statistician

• Surveyor

• Urban Planner

Find Your Future in Science introduces 8 high-interest science careers via reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.

Featured careers include:

• Astrophysicist

• Chemist

• Crime Scene Investigator

• Environmental Scientist

• Food Scientist

• Hydrologist

• Marine Biologist

• Veterinarian

Find Your Future in Technology introduces 8 high-interest technology careers via reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.

Featured careers include:

• Artificial Intelligence Scientist

• Biotechnology Engineer

• Cyber Security Agent

• Data Scientist

• E-commerce Manager

• Mobile App Designer

• Nanotechnologist

• Video Game Designer

In Get a Job at the Airport, fictional character Jeremiah Oliver Baumgartner (Job, for short) introduces readers to a wide variety opportunities found (through his adventure and misadventures) at the airport. Back matter includes creative writing prompts and activities.

Chapters include:

• Job at the Airport

• Job Hangs Out

• Job Tours the Terminal

• Job on Board

• Job Takes Off

• Who Does What at Airports?

• It’s Your Turn

In Get a Job at the Construction Site, fictional character Jeremiah Oliver Baumgartner (Job, for short) introduces readers to a wide variety opportunities found (through his adventure and misadventures) at a construction site. Back matter includes creative writing prompts and activities.

Chapters include:

• Job Joins the Construction Crew

• Job and the Construction Site

• Job Gets a Hard Hat

• Job Goes Inside Out

• Job Sees His New School

• Who Does What at the Construction Site?

• It’s Your Turn

In Get a Job at the Grocery Store, fictional character Jeremiah Oliver Baumgartner (Job, for short) introduces readers to a wide variety opportunities found (through his adventure and misadventures) at a grocery store. Back matter includes creative writing prompts and activities.

Chapters include:

• Job Picks Some Produce

• Job Meets Meat

• Job Picks Up Some Packaged Food

• Job Dares to Choose Dairy

• Job Books It to the Bakery

• Who Does What at the Grocery Store?

• It’s Your Turn

In Get a Job at the Hospital, fictional character Jeremiah Oliver Baumgartner (Job, for short) introduces readers to a wide variety opportunities found (through his adventure and misadventures) at the hospital. Back matter includes creative writing prompts and activities.

Chapters include:

• Job Gets His Tonsils Out

• Job Breaks a Leg

• Job Gets a Baby Sister

• Job’s Grandpa Has a Heart Attack

• Job Gets Lost at the Hospital

• Who Does What at Hospitals?

• It’s Your Turn

In Get a Job at the Landfill, fictional character Jeremiah Oliver Baumgartner (Job, for short) introduces readers to a wide variety opportunities found (through his adventure and misadventures) at a landfill. Back matter includes creative writing prompts and activities.

Chapters include:

• Job Hits the Curb

• Job at the Landfill

• Job Cleans Up His Act

• Job Gets Stinky

• Job Recycles

• Who Does What at the Landfill?

• It’s Your Turn

• Job Goes to the Mall
• Job Goes on a Shopping Spree
• Job Makes a Fashion Statement
• Job Gets a Fashion Makeover
• Job Shops ‘Til He Drops
• Who Does What at Shopping Malls?
• It’s Your Turn

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how effective critical thinking skills contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key critical thinking attributes including:

• Problem Solving

• Creativity

• Self-Regulation

• Decision Making

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how good manners contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight the ways good etiquette are used in a variety of situations including:

• In Public

• Online

• At the Table

• Special Occasions

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how a good attitude contributes to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key attitude attributes including:

• Courteous

• Positive

• Confident

• Responsible

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how good communication skills contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key communication attributes including:

• Listening

• Talking

• Body Language

• Writing

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how to prepare for successful job search skills. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key job search attributes including:

• Curious

• Self-Aware

• Well Groomed

• Prepared

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how leadership abilities contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key attitude attributes including:

• Savvy

• Integrity

• Inclusivity

• Influence

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how teamwork contributes to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key attitude attributes including:

• Collaboration

• Conflict Resolution

• Diversity

• Empathy169784

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how a strong work ethic contributes to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key work ethic attributes including:

• Cooperation

• Respect

• Productivity

• Honesty

People rely on their vehicles to get all the places they need to go. Auto mechanics keep their cars road-worthy by fixing problems and preventing them too.

Are you curious about what’s under the hood of a car? Do you want to be an auto mechanic some day? Here are some things you need to know.

Readers explore what auto mechanics need to know:

• All About Car                                       

• About the Systems That Make
  Cars Go             

• How to Use the Tools of the Trade    

• How to Keep Cars Safe for the Road                                                

• How to Climb the Career Ladder        

The famous chefs you see on TV make it look so glamourous and easy. The truth is, it took a lot of talent and skill to make it look that way.

Do you love good food and enjoy cooking? Would you like to concoct amazing dishes that make people say wow? Would you like to be a chef some day?

Readers explore what chefs need to know:

• All About Food

• How to Cook Great Food

• How to Find Their Way Around a Kitchen

• How to Cook Safely

• How to Climb the Career Ladder

Construction managers know how things get built. Sometimes they also have the skills to build things themselves. They know quality construction work when they see it.

Does the idea of making something out of nothing appeal to you? Do you like working as a team to big jobs done? Would you like to build a career in construction?

Readers explore what construction managers need to know:

• How Things are Built

• Who Builds What

• The Tools of the Trade

• How to Build Safely  

• How to Find the Job They Want

Farmers feed the world. They know how to cultivate and care for crops and livestock that people eat to survive. They know about soil and weather conditions. They know how to grow different foods and how to keep them watered. And so much more!

Does the idea of working the land appeal to you? Do you like working outdoors to get big jobs done? Would you like to grow a career as a farmer?

Readers explore what farmers need to know:

• How to Grow Good Food

• How to Make a Living from the Land

• The Tools of the Trade

• How to Farm Safely    

• How to Find the Job You Want                  

If your house was on fire, you wouldn’t want just anybody trying to put it out. You’d want someone who knows how to fight fires. You’d want someone who knows how to use firefighting equipment. If your pet was trapped inside the house, you’d certainly want someone who knows how to rescue it.

Readers explore what firefighters need to know:

• How Fires Start   

• How to Stop Fires 

• How to Use Firefighting Tools 

• How to Handle Dangerous Situations   

• How to Prevent Fires 

• How to Climb the Career Ladder

Nurse practitioners work to help people get and stay well. They are healers. Training and experience prepare them to provide quality care.

What about you? Can you see yourself taking care of people in a hospital or doctor’s office someday? 

Readers explore what nurse practitioners need to know:

• How to Make a Difference 

• How the Human Body Works

• How to Use Medical Tools    

• How to Practice Medicine Safely 

• How to Find the Job They Want  

Pilots need to know how to fly amazing aircraft. They need to know how to navigate from one place to another. They need to understand physics. They need solid math skills.

What about you? Can you see yourself in the cockpit of an airplane someday? Here are some things future pilots need to know.

Readers explore what pilots need to know:

• How Airplanes Fly                        

• How to Earn Their Wings

• How Cockpits Work  

• How to Fly Safely   

• How to Find the Job They Want       

Veterinarians know how to treat and care for pets, farm animals, zoo animals, and even animals in the wild. They know about diseases, nutrition, healing injuries, animal anatomy, and so much more. Does the idea of working with animals appeal to you? Would you like to build a career as a veterinarian? 

Readers investigate what veterinarians need to know:

• How to Keep Animals Healthy                 

• How to Make a Living Caring for Animals

• The Tools of the Trade

• How to Work with Animals Safely    

• How to Find the Job They Want   

Architecture & Construction in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Architecture and Construction career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Architect

• Civil Engineer

• Demolition Engineer

• General Contractor

• Heavy Equipment Operator

• Preservationist

• Solar Energy Technician

• Urban Planner

Arts & Communications in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Arts, A/V Technology & Communication career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Actor

• Broadcast Meteorologist

• Choreographer

• Costume Designer

• Illustrator

• Music Teacher

• Sound Engineer

• Sports Photographer

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.

Eight career profiles include:

• Accountant

• Chief Sustainability Officer

• Corporate Trainer

• Customer Service Representative

• Development Director

• Entrepreneur

• Insurance Claims Agent

• Sales Manager

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.

Eight career profiles include:

• Animal Trainer

• Child Care Director

• Coach

• Distance Learning Coordinator

• Elementary Teacher

• Media Specialist

• Principal

• School Counselor

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.

Eight career profiles include:

• Animal Trainer

• Child Care Director

• Coach

• Distance Learning Coordinator

• Elementary Teacher

• Media Specialist

• Principal

• School Counselor

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.

Eight career profiles include:

• Actuary

• Chief Financial Officer

• Financial Planner

• Forensic Accountant

• Insurance Claims Agent

• Mortgage Broker

• Purchasing Agent

• Stockbroker

Food & Natural Resources in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Animal Trainer

• Chef

• Environmental Engineer

• Food Scientist

• Forest Ranger

• Green Entrepreneur

• Landscape Architect

• Urban Farmer

Government in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Government & Public Administration career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Building Inspector

• City Manager

• First Responder

• Intelligence Analyst

• Legislator

• Military Serviceperson

• Special Agent

• Traffic Manager

Health Sciences in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Health Sciences career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Athletic Trainer

• Emergency Medical Technician

• Nutritionist

• Orthodontist

• Physician’s Assistant

• Psychologist

• Surgeon

• Veterinarian

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.

Eight career profiles include:

• Chef

• Concierge

• Event Planner

• Golf Pro

• Resort Manager

• Server

• Tourism Director

• Travel Agent

Human Services in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Human Services career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Child Psychologist

• Geriatric Case Manager

• Hair Stylist

• Personal Trainer

• Probation Officer

• Public Relations Specialist

• Religious Minister

• Social Worker

Information Technology in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Information Technology career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Application Developer

• Chief Information Officer

• Data Scientist

• E-commerce Manager

• Help Desk Analyst

• Information Security Officer

• Systems Analyst

• Video Game Designer

Law & Public Safety in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Attorney

• Crime Scene Investigator

• Emergency Management Coordinator

• FBI Special Agent

• Firefighter

• Paralegal

• Police Officer

• Social Worker

Manufacturing in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Manufacturing career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• A&P Technician

• CAM Programmer

• Electrical Engineer

• Environmental Solutions Director

• Industrial Designer

• Nanotechnologist

• Production Manager

• Robotics Manager

Marketing, Sales & Service in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Marketing career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Brand Manager

• Creative Director

• Graphic Designer

• Market Researcher

• Merchandiser

• Public Relations Specialist

• Social Media Manager

• Store Manager

STEM in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Automotive Engineer

• Chemist

• Environmental Engineer

• Epidemiologist

• Geneticist

• Naval Architect

• Statistician

• Zoologist

Transportation in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.

Eight career profiles include:

• Airline Pilot

• Air Traffic Controller

• Auto Mechanic

• Customs Agent

• Logistics Manager

• Sea Captain

• Train Engineer

• Transportation Planner