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While some may believe that leaders are born and not made, it is far more likely that a good leader spent years honing the skills he or she would need to direct a group. As this volume shows, there are many opportunities through school and extracurricular activities for students to develop leadership skills that will serve them in any career and throughout their lives. Readers will learn how to clearly communicate a vision, keep members of a group...
82) Jobs in Art
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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 the many jobs those interested in art could pursue. Each profession also includes a spotlight sidebar on someone succeeding in that field. A perfect supplement for STEAM curricula, this volume opens budding...
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A skeleton is found at a construction site. Authorities call in the person who can unearth the truth about who this was and what happened to them. This remarkable individual, a scientist, is called a forensic anthropologist. Forensic anthropology is the application of scientific methods to solve crimes involving human bodies. The impressive career is rooted in knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Readers will be riveted as they follow professional...
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Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for dental hygienists. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and an index.
From building skyscrapers to maintaining plumbing, trade jobs are essential to everyday life in the United States. Information about jobs ranging from dental hygienists...
85) Los paramédicos
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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.
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A pioneer and the creator of the Little House series, Laura Ingalls Wilder is an amazing author. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the author's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Kids might not know it, but there is much more to the job of a bus driver than just picking people up and dropping them off. From inspections to learning routes, this book explores the duties of a bus driver in an interesting and fun way. Colorful pictures and easy-to-read text encourages developing readers to learn about this important job that helps many members of a community.
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Physical therapy is one of the few jobs that is not affected harshly by downturns in the economy because people will always need the services of these professionals. This book outlines the career prospects, training needed, and the future of this steady industry.
89) Out Of Syllabus
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It is easy to skip a question during an exam if it is "Out of Syllabus" but what do you do if you are faced with a situation in life for which you were not given any inputs? Can you run away from the situation using the "Out of Syllabus" excuse? Career is one area where one is expected to know and manage situations. After all a person is paid a salary to be able to handle things and deliver results. The reality is that most people get a lot of academic...
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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, and also delves into the emotional side of a career committed to serving animals. Students will learn what classes to take and activities to participate in to prepare for each...
93) Meteorologist
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Did you know that meteorologists study the weather? Some work in offices, while others travel to study storms as they happen. Discover more fascinating facts in Meteorologist, a STEM Careers book.
94) Modern Inventors
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An inventor creates or improves an object or a way of doing something. Today's inventors work on problems such as cleaning the ocean and discovering new ways of traveling through space. Find out more in Modern Inventors, one of the titles in the Thrilling Science and Technology Jobs series.
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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 be for you! Through interviews and actual case studies, you'll learn what it's like to be an infectious disease specialist and discover the role they play in modern medicine.
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Offers 12 exciting facts about these gentle creatures, including a look at their diet, habitats, life cycle, and more. Full-color spreads give readers fascinating facts about this shy bear species and engage readers in their unique environments.
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Today's construction industry, consisting of a wide range of careers, continues to struggle finding skilled workers to meet demand. In order to take advantage of these jobs, a candidate will need a strong understanding of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. This book presents readers with real-world examples of how math skills relevant to fifth and sixth grade Common Core Standards are used on the job in construction every day, engaging students both...
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The Army is one of the largest ground forces in the world. It uses many different vehicles and tools to accomplish missions. Students will discover how the military uses the latest technology to outfit their troops and vehicles for 21st century warfare.
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Even as the world changes, skilled labor will always be needed. There's nothing quite like the ability to create things with your skills and your own hands. Carpenters use their skills to build things we use every day, including items such as furniture, buildings, and bridges. They read building plans, choose materials, design, and create. This book teaches kids that to become a carpenter, you have to use a lot more than a hammer and nails; you need...
100) Nurses
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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 and learn about a day in the life of this important community member, as well as the tools of the trade.
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