Building Green Places takes a green look at careers in planning, designing, and building energy-efficient facilities in which to live, work, and play. It also includes the development of communities built in a way that will complement and enhance Earths ecosystems.
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.
The United States of America is a big, beautiful country. United States the Land celebrates the third-largest country in the world. Part of North America, the United States is bordered by Canada, Mexico, and two oceans. Young readers will learn about the history of the United States, as well as about the climate, agriculture, and natural landforms across the country's various regions.
Did you ever wonder what it would be like to work with things so tiny you need special microscopes to see them? That is exactly what nanotechnologists do. These specialists work with the smallest units of matter to make new products and improve existing ones. Look inside to find out more about the scientists who use tiny bits of matter to make big discoveries.
Is the suspect a cold-blooded killer or suffering from a mental illness? This is the kind of tough question that a forensic psychologist must help answer. These specialists combine their knowledge of psychology and the law to come up with answers. Look inside to find out more about how forensic psychologists use their skills to serve the legal system.
Introduces readers to the cool career of veterinarian by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
Introduces readers to the cool career of video game designer by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
Arson investigators are among the first people to arrive at the scene of a fire. These special experts examine a site to find out if a fire was an accident or arson. Look inside to find out more about how arson investigators uncover clues and use science to solve fire mysteries.
Introduces readers to the cool career of wildlife photographer by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
Introduces readers to the cool career of athletic training by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
Introduces readers to the cool career of sports medicine doctor by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
Introduces readers to the cool career of nursing by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
Environmental activists are concerned for the well being of the environment, including all people, plants, and animals. This wonderfully informative title shows how environmentalists work to preserve and improve the natural environment and how young environmentalists can become positive activists themselves. Readers will learn what actions they can take to make the world a better place to live in.
The fight for animal rights can be controversial. Modern champions for animal rights believe that animals should not be regarded as property, and they should not be used for food, clothing, for entertainment, or in scientific research. This illuminating book helps explain the difference between animal welfare and animal rights, and what cruelty is and who defines it. Young animal lovers will learn how they can fight for the protection and preservation of animals in a peaceful way.
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Virtual Reality Specialist Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the industry.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Air Traffic Controller, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Auto Technologist, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Carpenter, including training and skills needed.
Now matter what kind of food your favorite restaurant serves, it is sure to have chefs working behind the scenes. Readers will learn what it is like to work in a busy restaurant kitchen and how they can prepare for a career as a chef.
Fish are a major source of food for people around the world. Find out what it is like to work as a commercial fisher, from living and working on a boat to the hard work required to pull in huge nets of fish.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Dental Hygienist, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Electrician, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Heavy Equipment Operator, including training and skills needed.
Pipes carrying water run through the walls of our homes and beneath the streets we walk on. It is easy to see why plumbers are so important. Readers will find out what it is like to be a plumber. They will also learn which skills are required to make it in this career, as well as what sorts of obstacles and benefits they can expect on the job.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Multimedia Artist and Animator, including training and skills needed.
