Having special sets of skills is a huge part of having a working military. Many jobs require years of education on top of military training. In Careers in the US Military: Technical Professionals, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.
All over the world there are places with unexplained mysteries. How was this built? Why was this built? In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Mysterious Locations, you'll find out what we DO know about these mysterious locations, and what is still left to learn! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.
Let's put the spotlight on the exciting world of electricians! With Skilled Trade Careers: Electricians, you'll discover how these skilled workers keep homes and towns operating at full power. Find out why “green energy” and amazing technology is changing the work of these professionals, and learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Let's explore the fascinating work of plumbers! With Skilled Trade Careers: Plumbers, you'll discover how these professionals use their skills and training to solve mysteries, repair problems, and keep our communities clean and healthy. Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Let's explore the skillful work of carpenters! With Skilled Trade Careers: Carpenters, you'll discover how these professionals use their knowledge of math, geometry, and other subjects to turn blueprints and wood into beautiful buildings—inside and outside! Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field.
Keeping things not too hot and not too cold—that’s the tricky task of HVAC techs! Discover how these trained professionals help keep homes cool in summer and cozy in winter, food fresh, and the planet from getting too warm. Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Get revved up about the world of mechanics! With Skilled Trade Careers: Mechanics, you'll discover how these highly skilled workers keep cars, boats, planes, and more running. Find out how they use computers, diagrams, and powerful tools to diagnose problems and make repairs, and learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Spark your interest in the high-tech world of welders, where you’ll find torches, lasers, and robots! Discover how these skilled tradespeople use special training and tools to keep ships afloat, planes aloft, and buildings standing strong. Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
From down on the ground to way up in the sky, we like to be on the go! But what makes cars drive and airplanes fly? In My Engineering Library: Design and Build It to Go, you'll learn about what engineers think about to build vehicles that go.
Do not throw that thing in the trash. Reuse it! Reusing items helps Earth and keeps garbage out of landfills. Ready for Science: Reuse It!, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about how to reuse everyday objects to reduce waste and help planet Earth.
With the highest security clearances, these law enforcement agents are at the very top. Stolen art? Murderer at large? A high-stakes kidnapping? Don’t worry, FBI agents are on the case!
The land on Earth can be high, low, bumpy, flat, and everything in between. In My Earth and Space Science Library: Land Tour, you'll learn all about the landforms that cover Earth's surface and the forces that create them.
New buds sprout. Leaves turn green. Leaves turn gold. Snowflakes fall. Why do seasons change? Hint: It's all about the sun! In My Earth and Space Science Library: Seasons and the Sun, you'll learn about the different seasons and how Earth’s tilt toward the sun causes the seasons to change.
Earth is constantly changing. Some of these changes happen in the blink of an eye. Some take place over millions of years. In My Earth and Space Science Library: Changes on Earth, you'll learn more about the fast and slow changes happening all around us.
What's the weather like today? What's the weather like throughout the year? In My Earth and Space Science Library: Watching the Weather, you'll learn about types of weather in places all over planet Earth, including common and severe weather events, and the difference between weather and climate.
We live in a water-filled world. Water is all around us, and even inside us! In My Earth and Space Science Library: A World of Water, you'll learn more about Earth's bodies of water and how water flows through the water cycle.
Earth is our home, but its health is in danger! In My Earth and Space Science Library: Protecting Our Planet, you'll learn more about the threats facing Earth and how you can help protect our planet.
Rosetta could sing and play guitar like no one had ever heard before. From her church's stage to Carnegie Hall, she brought her incredible gift of music to the world. With it, she also helped invent rock and roll! In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important African American leader in music – Rosetta Tharpe!
Shirley knew that the world needed change. She began to organize people and fight to make a difference. Working in the government could improve the lives of people all over the United States! Her work took her all the way to the presidential campaign trail. In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important African American leader in the United States government – Shirley Chisholm!
Bayard learned from an early age how important equal rights were. He knew how to help people work together for equality without violence. He even played an important role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history. In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important African American leader in civil rights – Bayard Rustin!
As a child, Henry was curious about his family tree. Who was his great-great-grandfather? Why were some things about his family unknown? Henry interviewed family members and discovered connections. When he grew up, he taught others to do the same! In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important leader in the field of genealogy – Henry Louis Gates Jr.!
Pollution. Dirty drinking water. Climate change. What can we do about such big problems? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About the Environment, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about protecting Earth and its resources, and what you can do to join them!
Some people live with violence and abuse every day. What can we do to help? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About Violence, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about this issue, and what you can do to join them!
People are treated unfairly for many reasons, including because of their skin color, gender, or gender identity. How can we help stop this inequality? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About Inequality, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak up about this important issue, and what you can do to join them!
Ever since she was young, Rebecca wanted to help people feel better, even before people knew much about modern medicine. She would not let anyone stop her from becoming the first African American woman doctor in the United States. She even wrote a book about what she learned so others could learn too. In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important African American leader in medicine – Rebecca Lee Crumpler!
