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Careers

Karen Lewit Dunn (author)

Publisher: Perfection Learning ISBN: 9781622991976

Careers shows readers how technology makes many jobs easier. Readers learn how tools help dentists, musicians, police officers, and pilots do their jobs safely.

Cuando crezca quiero ser.../ When I Grow Up I Want To Be...

Kim Mitzo Thompson, Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand (author) Iesha Wright (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781645807582

A los niños les encantará esta divertida historia mientras exploran diferentes opciones profesionales de una manera divertida y con la que se pueden relacionar. Disfrutarán escuchando esta adorable historia que presenta efectos de sonido y voces profesionales para ayudar a los niños a desarrollar vocabulario y mejorar sus habilidades auditivas. La historia se presenta primero en español y luego en inglés, lo que lo convierte en un recurso maravilloso para que los niños aprendan un idioma diferente. Las oraciones simples, la enunciación clara y las palabras repetitivas alentarán a los niños a enamorarse de contar historias y aprender un nuevo idioma. Kids will love this playful story while they explore different career choices in a fun and relatable way. They will enjoy listening to this adorable story that features sound effects and professional voices to help children develop vocabulary and improve listening skills. The story is first presented in Spanish and then in English making this a wonderful resource for children learning a different language. Simple sentences, clear enunciation, and repetitive words will encourage children to fall in love with storytelling and learning a new language.

Los animales en la granja / Animals on the Farm

Kim Mitzo Thompson, Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand (author) Iesha Wright (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781645807551

Kids will love this playful story in both Spanish and English. This dual language reader will encourage children to learn farm animal names and phrases. Simple sentence structures and repetitive words will have young readers learning a new language in no time.

When Sunlight Tiptoes

Gillian Sze (author) Soyeon Kim (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459834514

Vibrant language and rhythm celebrate the start of a new day in this uplifting poem about a city waking up. On a beautiful, sunny morning, a family runs errands along a city street. They visit a bakery, flower shop and fruit market. Exuberant in sounds and sights—a baker sugaring tarts, flowers greeting passers-by and pigeons cooing—the story ends as a new day of sparkling possibility begins. Written in pantoum form and illustrated with delightful three-dimensional diorama images that play with light and shadow.

Work

Kathy Thornborough (author) Kathleen Petelinsek (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631434853

People in various professions shape our communities, so it's important to be able to discuss the workers who play a role in our daily lives. Young readers receive an overview of different professions and simultaneously get a basic lesson in sign language.

What Can We Play Today? A Book about Community Helpers

Jane Belk Moncure (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623237615

Two children playing dress-up pretend to be firemen, police officers, and other helpers.

Veterinarians

Cecilia Minden (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871632

Pets are an important part of the family. So when they get sick or hurt, we rely on the skill and compassion of veterinarians. This book features colorful pictures and easy-to-read text that allow young readers a glimpse at the demanding--but rewarding--world of animal doctors.

Television Reporters

Dave Cupp, Cecilia Minden (authors)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871625

Television reporters are some of the most recognizable faces and personalities in our community. We tune in to hear about everything from local weather to major world events. This title helps children learn more about the fast-paced career of TV journalism and gives them a glimpse of the amazing work reporters do even when the camera isn't rolling.

Teachers

Cecilia Minden (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871618

During the school year, we often spend more time with our teachers than anyone else. But how much do we really know about the men and women behind report cards and recess? This title uses exciting photos and informative text to provide a comprehensive overview of the special people who help them learn.

Restaurant Owners

Cecilia Minden, Mary Minden-Zins (authors)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871601

Thank-you, and come again! Restaurant owners have some big responsibilities--it's hard to keep customers happy and to make sure that each employee is treated fairly. Exciting photographs and informative text take kids behind the scenes of restaurant management and introduce them to the hard work involved in running a business.

Pilots

Cecilia Minden, Mary Minden-Zins (authors)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871595

Prepare for takeoff! Being a pilot means having to stay calm under pressure and make critical decisions thousands of feet above the ground. Filled with engaging text and colorful pictures, this title takes children behind the scenes of air travel to learn about the people in control.

Nurses

Cecilia Minden, Linda M. Armantrout (authors)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871588

Nursing is a demanding job and requires skill, patience, and a gentle touch. Kids learn about the professionals who take care of them when they're ill and help them maintain their overall health. Exciting pictures and informative text provide readers with a new appreciation for the nurses who care for our communities.

Museum Mystery

Blake Hoena (author) Dana Regan (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631434723

On a school field trip to the museum, Jess and Jaylen try to solve the mystery of a missing camera.

Letter Carriers

Cecilia Minden (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871571

They deliver everything from bills to Christmas cards and brighten our day with their courtesy and care. Letter carriers help us communicate with people around the world and work in sunshine, rain, and snow to see to ensure that the mail arrives on time. Readers get a peek at this important profession and learn how the men and women who deliver the mail keep our community connected.

Ice Cream Cows and Mitten Sheep: A Book about Farm Animals

Jane Belk Moncure (author) Paige Billin-Frye (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623237578

A child visits a farm and finds out what each of the animals does to make our lives better.

Firefighters

Cecilia Minden (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871564

Lights flash, sirens sound, and a fire truck speeds down the street toward a burning building. This may sound thrilling, but fighting fires ultimately requires an extreme amount of dedication and courage. This book gives young readers a glimpse of the risks firefighters face, as well as the heroism that helps save lives.

Electricians

Cecilia Minden (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871557

Electricity is a crucial part of our day-to-day life, but working with it can be a dangerous job. So who keeps the power flowing? Filled with interesting text and colorful pictures, this title allows children to meet the professionals who help control the comforts and necessities provided by electricity.

Dentists

Cecilia Minden, Linda M. Armantrout (authors)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871540

Early on, kids are taught the importance of taking care of their teeth. Dentists play a pivotal role in helping children maintain good hygiene, as well as protecting their pearly whites for years to come. Engaging pictures and easy-to-read text introduce children to the world of dentistry and help them see their own dentists in a new light!

Auto Mechanics

Cecilia Minden, Mary Minden-Zins (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781626871526

When your car brakes down, it can be a big problem! But don't worry--a mechanic can have you back on the road in no time. Filled with colorful pictures, this book takes young readers behind the scenes at an auto garage and teaches them about the skilled professionals who help keep our vehicles running.

The Southern Ocean

Juniata Rogers (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503829411

A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Southern Ocean, formerly called the Antarctic Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

The Pacific Ocean

Juniata Rogers (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503829404

A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Pacific Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

The Indian Ocean

Juniata Rogers (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503829398

A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Indian Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

The Arctic Ocean

Juniata Rogers (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503829374

A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Arctic Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

The Atlantic Ocean

Juniata Rogers (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503829381

A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Atlantic Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

South America

Mary Lindeen (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503828704

A very simple introduction to the geography, topography, flora, fauna, and people of South America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions, detailed photographs, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.