Love animals? Make your passion your profession with this comprehensive guide that reveals a whole host of careers that work hands-on with animals of all shapes, sizes, and species in the tenth book in the Be What You Want series.Do you remember what career you dreamed of having when you were a kid? Right up there along with firefighter, doctor, and astronaut, you'll find veterinarian as one of the top kid's dream jobs. This usually stems from that childhood love of a beloved pet or even the adventure of visiting the exotic animals at the zoo. But there are so many other careers that are focused around animals that kids don't know exist. Covering industries from domestic and exotic veterinary medicine, wildlife protection and conservation, farming and fisheries, research, and even animal training and handling (like police dogs) , So, You Want to Work with Animals? explores what these jobs are really like - the fun stuff, the hard stuff, and even the gross stuff. In addition to tips and interviews from professionals in the industry, So, You Want to Work with Animals, includes inspiring stories from kids who are already working with animals, activities, a glossary, and resources to help kids on their way to a successful and fulfilling career.
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9781582705965
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Hardcover
Start Your Babysitting Business
By Higgins, Melissa
You've had a couple babysitting jobs, and guess what? You love it! But it's time for your next step -- a babysitting business. With helpful tips and practical advice, discover everything you'll need to know for becoming a young entrepreneur!
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9781515766919
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Library Binding
Start Your Crafting Business
By Meinking, Mary
Do you love crafting? Are you a DIY guru? Then why not make it your business? Learn the ins and outs to starting a crafting business. With helpful tips and practical advice, becoming a young entrepreneur has never been easier!
Publisher: n/a
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9781515766902
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Library Binding
STEAM Jobs for Gamers
By Rhodes, Sam
Do you love playing video games? Did you know you can get a job helping to create one? There are more jobs for those who love gaming than you probably ever realized. From animators to script writers, readers will learn about various STEM and STEAM gaming jobs and what it takes to get one.
Publisher: n/a
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9781543530933
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Library Binding
Unusual and Awesome Jobs in Sports
By Johnson, Jeremy
Fascinating facts, figures, and pictures highlight informative text about some of the most interesting and extreme jobs in the field of sports. Young readers will learn what kind of training it takes to be a pro team mascot, how much money a NASCAR pit crew member makes, and what exactly a zamboni driver does!
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9781491420324
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Print book
Unusual and Awesome Jobs Using Technology
By Leboutillier, Linda
Fascinating facts, figures, and pictures highlight informative text about some of the most interesting and extreme jobs that use technology. Young readers will learn what kind of training it takes to be a roller coaster designer, how much money a space robotics engineer makes, and what exactly a wind turbine technician does!,
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9781491420294
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Print book : Juvenile audience : English
Create Your Own Music
By Anniss, Matt
Want to make and play your own music? Think you could be the next Ed Sheeran? This book is packed with practical tips on how to write and perform your own music, from planning and making music to recording it, performing it live, or sharing it online. It also explains clearly the software and equipment you need to go about making your music. Success stories of how famous musicians and pop stars made their mark on the industry and sure to motivate you. Go on, be a media genius!
Publisher: n/a
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9781410981127
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Print book
Behind-the-Scenes Music Careers
By Boone, Mary
Fascinating facts, fun pictures, and first-person accounts highlight informative text about some of the most interesting jobs that take place behind the scenes in the music industry. Readers will get a glimpse at what it takes to make it as a songwriter, producer, manager, and more and find out what goes on behind the glamour.
Publisher: n/a
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9781515748984
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Library Binding
Dream Jobs in Engineering
By Hynson, Colin
From designing robots to developing new forms of energy, 21st-century careers in engineering are not limited only to construction sites. This title explores the exciting and world-changing possibilities that an education in engineering can lead to.
Publisher: n/a
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9780778729457
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Print book
Fashion Photographer
By Dallas, Justin
Find out whats involved in becoming a fashion photographer from a top professional in the field. You'll find out about the photographer's heroes, the equipment and skills he uses, and the challenges of producing amazing photos of fashion and models!
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9781410966414
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Book
The Know-Nonsense Guide to Money
By Fiedler, Heidi
Turn each page in this book to learn a new basic concept about money, including counting, saving, spending and sharing, and developing good money-management habits, as well as different currencies throughout the world. With a lighthearted approach and fun illustrations, this guide turns serious and important topics into concepts that are approachable and fun for kids. Full of quirky and hilarious illustrations, kids will love learning so much they might even laugh out loud!
Publisher: n/a
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9781633223943
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Hardcover
How to Be a Coder
By Prottsman, Kiki
Learn to think like a coder without a computer! Each of the fun craft activities included in this book will teach you about a key concept of computer programming and can be done completely offline. Then you can put your skills into practice by trying out the simple programs provided in the online, child-friendly computer language Scratch.This crafty coding book breaks down the principles of coding into bite-sized chunks that will get you thinking like a computer scientist in no time. Learn about loops by making a friendship bracelet, find out about programming by planning a scavenger hunt, and discover how functions work with paper fortune tellers. Children can then use their new knowledge to code for real by following the clear instructions to build programs in Scratch 3.0.Perfect for kids aged 7-9, the various STEAM activities will help teach children the crucial skills of logical thinking that will give them a head-start for when they begin programming on a computer. Famous scientist pages teach children about coding pioneers, such as Alan Turing and Katherine Johnson, and topic pages, such as the Internet, give kids a wider understanding of the subject.Written by computer science expert Kiki Prottsman, How to be a Coder is so much fun kids won't realize they're learning!
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9781465478818
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Hardcover
Getting Your Money's Worth
By Dakers, Diane
This important title helps young readers build the skills to make smart choices when spending and saving their money. Realistic examples provide an understanding of the outcomes of spending using different means such as cash or credit. Readers will learn about the benefits of saving money, the various ways to do it, and how a bank manages money. Essential concepts such as credit reports and cost of living are introduced.
Publisher: n/a
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9780778730972
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Library Binding
Your Money
By Bailey, Gerry
"Presents an introduction to financial literacy and the economic factors that affect an individual's wealth, such as earning, saving, spending, and sharing money. Discusses ways to manage finances by creating income, budgeting, and saving. Includes index, glossary, and discussion questions"--
So, You Want to Work with Animals?
By Bedell, J M
Love animals? Make your passion your profession with this comprehensive guide that reveals a whole host of careers that work hands-on with animals of all shapes, sizes, and species in the tenth book in the Be What You Want series.Do you remember what career you dreamed of having when you were a kid? Right up there along with firefighter, doctor, and astronaut, you'll find veterinarian as one of the top kid's dream jobs. This usually stems from that childhood love of a beloved pet or even the adventure of visiting the exotic animals at the zoo. But there are so many other careers that are focused around animals that kids don't know exist. Covering industries from domestic and exotic veterinary medicine, wildlife protection and conservation, farming and fisheries, research, and even animal training and handling (like police dogs) , So, You Want to Work with Animals? explores what these jobs are really like - the fun stuff, the hard stuff, and even the gross stuff. In addition to tips and interviews from professionals in the industry, So, You Want to Work with Animals, includes inspiring stories from kids who are already working with animals, activities, a glossary, and resources to help kids on their way to a successful and fulfilling career.
Start Your Babysitting Business
By Higgins, Melissa
You've had a couple babysitting jobs, and guess what? You love it! But it's time for your next step -- a babysitting business. With helpful tips and practical advice, discover everything you'll need to know for becoming a young entrepreneur!
Start Your Crafting Business
By Meinking, Mary
Do you love crafting? Are you a DIY guru? Then why not make it your business? Learn the ins and outs to starting a crafting business. With helpful tips and practical advice, becoming a young entrepreneur has never been easier!
STEAM Jobs for Gamers
By Rhodes, Sam
Do you love playing video games? Did you know you can get a job helping to create one? There are more jobs for those who love gaming than you probably ever realized. From animators to script writers, readers will learn about various STEM and STEAM gaming jobs and what it takes to get one.
Unusual and Awesome Jobs in Sports
By Johnson, Jeremy
Fascinating facts, figures, and pictures highlight informative text about some of the most interesting and extreme jobs in the field of sports. Young readers will learn what kind of training it takes to be a pro team mascot, how much money a NASCAR pit crew member makes, and what exactly a zamboni driver does!
Unusual and Awesome Jobs Using Technology
By Leboutillier, Linda
Fascinating facts, figures, and pictures highlight informative text about some of the most interesting and extreme jobs that use technology. Young readers will learn what kind of training it takes to be a roller coaster designer, how much money a space robotics engineer makes, and what exactly a wind turbine technician does!,
Create Your Own Music
By Anniss, Matt
Want to make and play your own music? Think you could be the next Ed Sheeran? This book is packed with practical tips on how to write and perform your own music, from planning and making music to recording it, performing it live, or sharing it online. It also explains clearly the software and equipment you need to go about making your music. Success stories of how famous musicians and pop stars made their mark on the industry and sure to motivate you. Go on, be a media genius!
Behind-the-Scenes Music Careers
By Boone, Mary
Fascinating facts, fun pictures, and first-person accounts highlight informative text about some of the most interesting jobs that take place behind the scenes in the music industry. Readers will get a glimpse at what it takes to make it as a songwriter, producer, manager, and more and find out what goes on behind the glamour.
Dream Jobs in Engineering
By Hynson, Colin
From designing robots to developing new forms of energy, 21st-century careers in engineering are not limited only to construction sites. This title explores the exciting and world-changing possibilities that an education in engineering can lead to.
Fashion Photographer
By Dallas, Justin
Find out whats involved in becoming a fashion photographer from a top professional in the field. You'll find out about the photographer's heroes, the equipment and skills he uses, and the challenges of producing amazing photos of fashion and models!
The Know-Nonsense Guide to Money
By Fiedler, Heidi
Turn each page in this book to learn a new basic concept about money, including counting, saving, spending and sharing, and developing good money-management habits, as well as different currencies throughout the world. With a lighthearted approach and fun illustrations, this guide turns serious and important topics into concepts that are approachable and fun for kids. Full of quirky and hilarious illustrations, kids will love learning so much they might even laugh out loud!
How to Be a Coder
By Prottsman, Kiki
Learn to think like a coder without a computer! Each of the fun craft activities included in this book will teach you about a key concept of computer programming and can be done completely offline. Then you can put your skills into practice by trying out the simple programs provided in the online, child-friendly computer language Scratch.This crafty coding book breaks down the principles of coding into bite-sized chunks that will get you thinking like a computer scientist in no time. Learn about loops by making a friendship bracelet, find out about programming by planning a scavenger hunt, and discover how functions work with paper fortune tellers. Children can then use their new knowledge to code for real by following the clear instructions to build programs in Scratch 3.0.Perfect for kids aged 7-9, the various STEAM activities will help teach children the crucial skills of logical thinking that will give them a head-start for when they begin programming on a computer. Famous scientist pages teach children about coding pioneers, such as Alan Turing and Katherine Johnson, and topic pages, such as the Internet, give kids a wider understanding of the subject.Written by computer science expert Kiki Prottsman, How to be a Coder is so much fun kids won't realize they're learning!
Getting Your Money's Worth
By Dakers, Diane
This important title helps young readers build the skills to make smart choices when spending and saving their money. Realistic examples provide an understanding of the outcomes of spending using different means such as cash or credit. Readers will learn about the benefits of saving money, the various ways to do it, and how a bank manages money. Essential concepts such as credit reports and cost of living are introduced.
Your Money
By Bailey, Gerry
"Presents an introduction to financial literacy and the economic factors that affect an individual's wealth, such as earning, saving, spending, and sharing money. Discusses ways to manage finances by creating income, budgeting, and saving. Includes index, glossary, and discussion questions"--