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Great Bear Rainforest

Ian McAllister (author) Alex Van Tol (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459822801

In the northwest corner of British Columbia, between the Alaska–BC border and the northern tip of Vancouver Island, lies a land of forest green and sparkling blue. From massive whales to tiny herring, spirit bears to sea wolves, an incredibly diverse array of wildlife calls this land home. Part of the largest coastal temperate rainforest in the world, the Great Bear Rainforest is one the last untouched places on Earth. Learn about the people who make their home in the Great Bear Rainforest and are committed to preserving and protecting it. Hear how Indigenous youth are coming together and taking responsibility for this place they call home. Learn more at greatbearrainforest.com

Toucans

Mary Ann McDonald (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438547

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various toucan species.

Tigers

Jenny Markert (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438530

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various tiger species.

The Building of the Hoover Dam

Arnold Ringstad (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817517

Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the building of the Hoover Dam. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

The Building of the Golden Gate Bridge

Arnold Ringstad (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817500

Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the building of the Golden Gate Bridge. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

SWAT Team Members in Action

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817494

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of SWAT team members. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Stunt Performers in Action

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817487

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of stunt performers. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Smoke Jumpers in Action

Jon Westmark (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817470

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of smoke jumpers. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Sewer Inspector

Arnold Ringstad (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438042

Learn more about sewer inspectors, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Pythons

Don P. Rothaus (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438523

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various python species.

Portable Toilet Cleaner

Arnold Ringstad (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438028

Learn more about portable toilet cleaners, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Piranhas

Mary Berendes (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438516

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various piranha species.

Pig Farmer

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438011

Learn more about pig farmers, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Oil Worker

Mirella S. Miller (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438035

Learn more about oil workers, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Oil Rig Workers in Action

Tyler Omoth (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817463

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of oil rig workers. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Large Animal Veterinarian

Sherra G. Edgar (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438004

Learn more about large animal veterinarians, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Jaguars

Theresa Woods (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438509

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various jaguar species.

Gorillas

Kathryn Stevens (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438356

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various gorilla species.

Garbage Collector

Arnold Ringstad (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631437991

Learn more about garbage collectors, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest part of the job is, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Fighter Pilots in Action

Tyler Omoth (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817449

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of fighter pilots. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Deep-Sea Fishermen in Action

Tyler Omoth (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817432

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of deep-sea fishermen. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Compost Center Operator

Mirella S. Miller (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631437984

Learn more about compost center operators, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Chameleons

Peter Murray (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438349

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various chameleon species.

Bug Exterminator

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631437977

Learn more about bug exterminators, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.

Bomb Squad Technicians in Action

Roberta Baxter (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817425

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of bomb squad technicians. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.