Animal Helpers: Sanctuaries by
Just as tiny kittens and puppies grow into bigger cats and dogs, wild animal babies grow into adults too. These full-grown animals may no longer be cute and cuddly. Their wild instincts may kick in. They can become very large, even dangerous. What happens to these exotic pets when owners realize they can no longer care for them but they can�t be returned to the wild? And what about big predators that get hurt or sick? This photographic journal takes readers �behind the scenes� at five nonprofit sanctuaries and rescue zoos, and one care farm, that have opened their doors and their hearts to desperate animals in need.
Careers in the Outdoors by
Introduce your child to future career paths with the children's book Careers in the Outdoors. Do you want to be an adventure guide, a surveyor, or a wildlife firefighter? Learn about different career paths that spend their times outdoors and in nature. Storybook Features: This nonfiction book features engaging text, a glossary, and before- and after-reading questions to help develop reading comprehension skills. 32 pages of vibrant photographs About Rourke Educational Media: We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!
Careers with Dogs by
Today's job market has inspired many in the work force to reevaluate their career choices and to reinvent themselves. Careers with Dogs is an engaging resource book for anyone who wants to learn about the many and varied canine-related jobs available today. From veterinary technician and medical specialist to dog trainer and professional handler, this comprehensive volume covers every imaginable job, offering advice to recent high school and college graduates as well as adults seeking a new profession. Each chapter provides information on individual occupations, in-depth narratives about a day-in-the-life of a professional on the job, the education and training required, salary and job forecast information, as well as an up-to-date listing of resources and career sites to help the hopefuls find their place in the dog-eat-dog world. Careers with Dogs is the best and most complete source on the market for all those who love dogs and want to realize their career potential in a dog-centric industry.
Dream Jobs in Green & Sustainable Living by
Environmental concerns are at the forefront of many industries. From renewable energy sources to sustainable agricultural practices, green jobs are a growing part of many industries. If becoming a trained professional in a well-paying career appeals to you, this book will help you pick and choose from a wide variety of specialized jobs. Find out what path you need to follow in education and training to reach your dream job.
Electricians on the Job by
Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for electricians. 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.
Farmers by
Many years ago, most of the U.S. population lived on farms and produced their own food to eat. Now, only 2 percent of the population produces food for the entire world. Readers will learn that farmers are responsible for the fruits, vegetables, and meat we buy in the grocery store, and the ingredients that go into many other things. They often use technology to help them produce these things. Some farmers research ways to keep their animals comfortable and healthy. Because of farmers, we can have fresh, nutritious food on our plates every day. Help your readers learn to appreciate the work behind what we enjoy.
Food and Natural Resources by
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.
Food Scientist by
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a food scientist. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in food science.
Food Scientist by
"In Food Scientist, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a life scientist. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a food scientist."--
Geoscientist by
A guide to what a geoscientist does and how to become one.
Great Careers in Nature by
This engaging book highlights various careers in nature, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Great Careers Working with Animals by
This engaging book highlights various careers that involve working with animals, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Gross Jobs Working with Animals by
Would you want to be a maggot farmer? How about a whale snot collector? Readers will learn about these disgusting animal-related jobs, down to the dirty details. They will enjoy this high-interest topic so much they won't realize they're learning important information about STEM jobs.
Hydrologist by
A guide to what a hydrologist does and how to become one.
Jobs in Environmental Science by
Anyone who has been paying attention to the news today knows Earth is in trouble. Pollution, species extinction, and global warming threaten the places, animals, and even people we love. Earth needs more people focused on creative solutions to turn the current trends around. Many people pursue careers in environmental science to help the planet. This motivating volume introduces a variety of environmental science jobs to readers. Whether they're interested in helping gigantic blue whales in the ocean, studying microscopic bacteria in soil, or encouraging others to take action, they'll find an inspiring career path in this well-researched book.
STEAM Jobs in Agriculture and Food Development by
Everyone needs to eat! Did you know that the agriculture and food development industry is teeming with interesting career opportunities? This important field relies on people with a variety of STEAM skills. In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will find out how science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills work to provide food for people around the world. This series introduces readers to careers that rely on science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math (STEAM) skills. Each book provides details that help students make connections between the subjects they are studying, their interests, and the variety of career options available to them. Also includes information about general education requirements and activities for before and after reading
Veterinarian by
Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a veterinarian. 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 analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.
Veterinarians by
Veterinarians care for all kinds of animals. Readers will find out the tools vets use, the different types of veterinarians, and how people get this caring and exciting job.
Veterinary Technicians on the Job by
Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for veterinary technicians. 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.
Volcanologist by
The eruption of volcanoes are one of the most awesome and destructive natural events. Scientists study volcanoes so they can prepare and warn nearby residents of potential eruptions
We Need Food Workers by
This book celebrates workers who help grow, ship, and prepare food. It includes a table of contents, an On the Job special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.
What Do Geologists Do? by
What is Earth made of? What are the processes that impact Earth's materials? How does studying those materials reveal the planet's past and indicate what's in store for its future? In this engrossing volume, readers will learn about the scientific discipline of geology, the study of Earth's materials, and the important work that geologists do. Examples of famous geologists and significant discoveries interweave history with curricular science studies. Dynamic features add interest to the educational material.
Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Worker by
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 profession through dynamic text and informational photographs, biographies, glossary, and case studies.
I Want to Be a Zookeeper by
The I Want to Be... series gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Young readers learn to respect the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these workers make to our life and the world around us. These books are perfect for reading alone or in group story times. They are certain to spark questions and encourage dialogue and prompt children to learn more about these occupations.
A Career in Environmental Engineering by
Environmental engineers use chemistry, biology, and other sciences to mitigate the impact of human activities on the environment. Those who work as environmental engineers are in high demand wherever pollution is a problem. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects for environmental engineers are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.
Careers If You Like Animals by
People who like animals have a wide variety of career choices available, ranging from pet groomer to entomologist. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed, along with insights from industry insiders.
Growing and Eating Green by
Come inside for a fresh look at careers in "green" food, from planting to cultivation, and merchandising to selling. In addition to the "greening" of conventional methods of food production, this book examines careers in alternative energy, equipment, packaging, and delivery systems.
Helping Animals by
If you love animals, it's a smart move to start thinking about a career in animal welfare. From becoming a veterinarian to becoming the director of an animal welfare organization, there are many possible career paths to consider. This book will walk you through different career options and the necessary education. It also describes how to get a head start by volunteering with animals, as well as potential salaries and the job outlook for those in animal welfare careers. If you're thinking about spending your life taking care of furry friends, you're in the right place! The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.
Helping to Protect the Environment by
Global warming, endangered species, pollution--it's hard to go a single day without hearing about problems with the environment. If you're a person who loves nature and is willing to work hard, you can help. There are a multitude of different careers available for people who want to help the Earth become a cleaner, safer, happier place. From engineering to human resources to working one-on-one with animals, the options are endless. Dive in and find the perfect environmental career for your interests! This book will walk you through different career options and the needed education. It also describes how to get a head start by volunteering, as well as potential salaries and the job outlook for those who are in environmental careers. The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.
Helping to Protect the Environment by
Global warming, endangered species, pollution--it's hard to go a single day without hearing about problems with the environment. If you're a person who loves nature and is willing to work hard, you can help. There are a multitude of different careers available for people who want to help the Earth become a cleaner, safer, happier place. From engineering to human resources to working one-on-one with animals, the options are endless. Dive in and find the perfect environmental career for your interests! This book will walk you through different career options and the needed education. It also describes how to get a head start by volunteering, as well as potential salaries and the job outlook for those who are in environmental careers. The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.
Jobs If You Like Animals by
The immediate years ahead will witness ample career opportunities in jobs such as veterinarian, veterinary technician, animal control officer, wildlife rehabilitator, and other professions that involve animals. What such jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed, along with some enlightening insights from industry insiders.
Re-Greening the Environment by
Re-Greening the Environment covers the wide range of careers in environmental clean-up, remediation, and renewal. The response to two massive oil spills--the Exxon Valdez spill off the coast of Alaska in 1989 and the current Deepwater Horizon/BP disaster in the Gulf of Mexico--are explored. The types of jobs and careers that are associated with preventing and correcting disasters such as these include environmental scientist, hydrogeologist, enforcing clean-up regulations, and monitoring and testing waterways, soil, and groundwater for harmful pollutants. Also, the reuse and rehabbing of older commercial or industrial buildings presents opportunities in planning, designing, rebuilding, reclaiming, and restoring the natural habitats associated with these sites.
STEAM Jobs in Agriculture and Food Development by
Everyone needs to eat! Did you know that the agriculture and food development industry is teeming with interesting career opportunities? This important field relies on people with a variety of STEAM skills. In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will find out how science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills work to provide food for people around the world. This series introduces readers to careers that rely on science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math (STEAM) skills. Each book provides details that help students make connections between the subjects they are studying, their interests, and the variety of career options available to them. Also includes information about general education requirements and activities for before and after reading
STEM Jobs with Animals by
STEM jobs are careers for the future. STEM jobs meet needs people have. When you work in an animal related field, the STEM possibilities are endless. From the zookeeper who looks after the animals and maintains the daily operations of the zoo, a veterinarian who gives shots and performs surgery on injured animals, to the engineer who designs better cages or habitats for animals, all these wonderful careers and more are explained in this book. It also details the different degrees it takes to obtain these jobs and what each of these people do. This book will allow students to realize that small changes in one part of a system might cause large changes in another part.
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Careers in Environmental and Energy Technology by
Emphasis on environmental issues has made high-tech careers related to the environment and energy technology among the fastest growing occupations in the United States. Comments from people in the industry, current statistics and forecasts, and realistic descriptions provide a useful look at high-tech environmental and energy technology jobs ranging from fuel cell engineers to environmental analysts to renewable energy project developers.
Recycling and Upcycling: Science, Technology, Engineering (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition) by
Learn how recycling has grown in popularity over time and find out what kinds of careers are involved in this rapidly growing industry.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. From leftover food to packaging materials to outdated or broken technology, humans produce an enormous amount of waste. Readers will find out how some of today's top innovators are working to find new recycling methods and cut down on the amount of trash the ends up in landfills.
Veterinarian by
Find out what it takes to be a veterinarian with character...Veterinarians need many skills, including: The ability to analyze problems; Knowledge of new developments and techniques in veterinarian medicine; The confidence to handle animals who are sick or injured; and, Communication skills for speaking with animal owners and other professionals. Veterinarians don't only work with animals; they also work with people. That's why these professionals need the core qualities of good character-integrity...compassion...courage...responsibility...a sense of fairness...self-discipline...and citizenship. A career in veterinary medicine can be both rewarding and exciting. Veterinarian wi11 te11 you more. Book jacket.