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A Day in the Life of a Dentist

Readers will delight in the opportunity to follow a community helper sharing a typical day at work. This new First Facts series features a question-and-answer format to show children how these people … mehr »

geschrieben von Heather Adamson (Autor)

A Day in the Life of a Police Officer

Readers will delight in the opportunity to follow a community helper sharing a typical day at work. This new First Facts series features a question-and-answer format to show children how these people … mehr »

geschrieben von Heather Adamson (Autor) und Jeffrey B. Bumgarner (Solist)

A Day in the Life of a Teacher

Readers will delight in the opportunity to follow a community helper sharing a typical day at work. This new First Facts series features a question-and-answer format to show children how these people … mehr »

geschrieben von Heather Adamson (Autor) und Adele Greenlee (Solist)

A Day in the Life of an Emergency Medical Technician

- Activities
- Fun Facts
- Photodiagram
- … mehr »

geschrieben von Heather Adamson (Autor) und Rob Farmer (Solist)

A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall

The first African-American to serve on … mehr »

geschrieben von David A. Adler (Autor) und Robert Casilla (Illustrator)

A Punishment to Fit the Crime?

This series introduces advanced readers to current-and often controversial-social issues. Viewpoints offers a balanced overview of opinions, providing quotes from key individuals-from politicians to … mehr »

geschrieben von Alison Cooper (Autor)

A Very Busy Firehouse

- Kids find these familiar community institutions endlessly fascinating. What child hasn't toyed with the idea of being a police officer or a firefighter at least once?
- Format includes large … mehr »

geschrieben von Alyse Sweeney (Autor)

ABC What Will I Be?

A is for architect. B is for ballerina, C is for carpenter. Little ones will practice their ABC's and learn about various occupations in this vibrant new lift a flap book. Featuring adorable children … mehr »

geschrieben von Heather Rosas (Autor) und Heather Rosas (Illustrator)

Accept No Substitutes: The History of American Advertising

Supports the national curriculum standards Culture; Time, Continuity, and Change; Individual Development and Identity; Production, Distribution, and Consumption; and Science Technology and Society as … mehr »

geschrieben von Christina B. Mierau (Autor)

Actor

Virtual Apprentice: Actor introduces readers to fun career possibilities in movies and on stage. Featuring a behind-the-scenes look at this exciting industry, this new career guide includes profiles … mehr »

geschrieben von Don Rauf (Autor) und Don Rauf (Autor) und Monique Vescia (Autor)

Advertising

Advertising is an inescapable element of modern life. In this anthology the authors consider the impact of advertising in the following chapters: Is Advertising Harmful? Does Advertising Exploit … mehr »

geschrieben von Laura K. Egendorf (Herausgeber)

Advertising to Children

- Primary Research and Sources
- Historic Documents
- … mehr »

geschrieben von Marcia Amidon L'Usted (Autor) und Mary McIlrath (Solist)

African Americans and Civil Rights: From 1619 to the Present

This well-written narrative, concise but packed with history, chronicles the struggle for African American civil rights. Beginning in 1619 when the first ship carrying Africans arrived in North … mehr »

geschrieben von Michael L. Levine (Autor)

Airline Pilot

Chapters include:
- Up, Up, and Away!
- Pilot on the Job
- Aviation Tech and Trends
- Pilot in Training
- The Sky's the Limit
- Kids Ask, Pilots Answer
- Virtual … mehr »

geschrieben von Don Rauf (Autor) und Monique Vescia (Autor)

Airport

Introduces some of the people who work at an airport and the jobs they perform, including customer service agent, checkpoint security supervisor, air traffic specialist, flight lineman, and public … mehr »

geschrieben von Lola M. Schaefer (Autor)

American Civil Rights Almanac 2v

Part of Gale's "American Civil Rights Reference Library," "American Civil Rights: Almanac" presents a comprehensive overview of the history and current status of the civil rights of various racial, … mehr »

geschrieben von Phillis Engelbert (Autor)

American Civil Rights Biographies

Part of Gale's "American Civil Rights Reference Library," "American Civil Rights: Biographies" introduces students to 23 people who symbolize American civil rights. Illustrated essays of up to 2,400 … mehr »

geschrieben von UXL (Autor) und Phillis Engelbert (Autor)

American Civil Rights Primary Sources

Part of Gale's "American Civil Rights Reference Library," "American Civil Rights: Primary Sources" allows students and researchers to review approximately 19 full or excerpted speeches, memoirs, and … mehr »

geschrieben von UXL (Autor)

American Civil Rights Reference Library 5v

"American Civil Rights: Primary Sources" allows students to review approximately 19 full or excerpted speeches, memoirs, and other documents arranged in broad subject chapters for easy comparison. … mehr »

geschrieben von UXL (Autor)

American Justice II: Six Trials That Captivated the Nation

From the Patty Hearst kidnapping to the Oklahoma City … mehr »

geschrieben von L. L. Owens (Autor)

Ancient Coins Were Shaped Like Hams: And Other Freaky Facts about Coins, Bills, and Counterfeiting

Money may make the world go around, but whose money is it, where did it come from, and whose idea was it? You will get your money's worth in this book full of facts about coins, bills, counterfeiting, … mehr »

geschrieben von Barbara Seuling (Autor) und Matthew Skeens (Illustrator)

Ancient Egyptian Jobs

History, archaeological evidence, and primary-source material combine to vividly portray daily life in ancient cultures. Each book examines a specific aspect of ancient life in-depth, allowing readers … mehr »

geschrieben von John Malam (Autor)

Ancient Greek Jobs

History, archaeological evidence, and primary-source material combine to vividly portray daily life in ancient cultures. Each book examines a specific aspect of ancient life in-depth, allowing readers … mehr »

geschrieben von Haydn Middleton (Autor)

Ancient Roman Jobs

History, archaeological evidence, and primary-source material combine to vividly portray daily life in ancient cultures. Each book examines a specific aspect of ancient life in-depth, allowing readers … mehr »

geschrieben von Brian Williams (Autor)

André Fourçans erklärt die Globalisierung

Wohin steuert deine … mehr »

geschrieben von André Fourçans (Autor) und Oliver Weiss (Illustrator) und Ute Gräber-Seißinger (Übersetzung)

Andrew Carnegie: Captain of Industry

Covering important figures throughout the ages, these lively books are filled with engaging text based on primary sources and through research. The full-color images, historical photos and paintings, … mehr »

geschrieben von Dana Meachen Rau (Autor)

Animal Care and Veterinary Science

With more and more teenagers finishing high school and going on to college, the helping professions are a rapidly expanding industry. A job in this field -- be it as a zoologist, a veterinarian, or a … mehr »

geschrieben von Deborah A. Marinelli (Autor)

Apprenticeship: The Ultimate Teen Guide

Apprenticeship: The Ultimate Teen Guide is designed to help young adults explore career options and find jobs by providing specific information about apprenticeship programs in their desired field and … mehr »

geschrieben von Penny Hutchins Paquette (Autor)

Architect

Understand the many disciplines and skills that are needed to conceive, … mehr »

geschrieben von Mindi Englart (Autor)

Artists at Work Clay

Beyond a simple craft series, Artists at Work features real artists and what inspires them about the art that they do. Describing both required skills of artists and their finished artworks in … mehr »

geschrieben von Cheryl Jakab (Autor)

Artists at Work Glass

Beyond a simple craft series, Artists at Work features real artists and what inspires them about the art that they do. Describing both required skills of artists and their finished artworks in … mehr »

geschrieben von Cheryl Jakab (Autor)

Artists at Work Metals

Beyond a simple craft series, Artists at Work features real artists and what inspires them about the art that they do. Describing both required skills of artists and their finished artworks in … mehr »

geschrieben von Cheryl Jakab (Autor)

Artists at Work Stone

Beyond a simple craft series, Artists at Work features real artists and what inspires them about the art that they do. Describing both required skills of artists and their finished artworks in … mehr »

geschrieben von Cheryl Jakab (Autor)

Artists at Work Textiles

Beyond a simple craft series, Artists at Work features real artists and what inspires them about the art that they do. Describing both required skills of artists and their finished artworks in … mehr »

geschrieben von Cheryl Jakab (Autor)

Artists at Work Wood

Beyond a simple craft series, Artists at Work features real artists and what inspires them about the art that they do. Describing both required skills of artists and their finished artworks in … mehr »

geschrieben von Cheryl Jakab (Autor)

Astronaut

They have orbited the Earth, floated in space, walked and driven dune buggies on the moon. They are people with a true sense of adventure, who are so fascinated with outer space that they have made … mehr »

geschrieben von Peggy J. Parks (Autor)

Astronauts

While the word "CAREERS" is both a curriculum subject and boring, the "extreme jobs" of the Astronaut broadens the subject area to a world of high interest for children and a beginners guide to … mehr »

geschrieben von Tony Hyland (Autor)

Astronauts

Who helps me? This popular series introduces students to adults in helpful careers and shows them how people work together in communities. With bold photographs that illustrate what workers do and … mehr »

geschrieben von Tami Deedrick (Autor)

Author

Chapters include:
- A Way with Words
- Author at Work
- Writing Tech and Trends
- Author in Training
- Book Work
- Kids Ask, Authors Answer
- Virtual Author for a … mehr »

geschrieben von Gail Karlitz (Autor)

Auto Mechanic

NATIONAL STANDARDS: National Social Studies Standards, Grades 5-8- Individual Development & Identity: IV- Relate such factors as physical endowment and capabilities, learning, motivation, … mehr »

geschrieben von Aileen Weintraub (Autor)

Auto Mechanics

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 … mehr »

geschrieben von Cecilia Minden (Autor) und Mary Minden-Zins (Autor)

Auto Mechanics

Explains what auto mechanics do; describes their uniforms, tools, and places of … mehr »

geschrieben von Tracey Boraas (Autor)

Bakers

Who helps me? This popular series introduces students to adults in helpful careers and shows them how people work together in communities. With bold photographs that illustrate what workers do and … mehr »

geschrieben von Tami Deedrick (Autor)

Ballplayers and Bone Setters: One Hundred Ancient Aztec and Maya Jobs You Might Have Adored or Abhorred

A humorously illustrated guide to 100 historically accurate jobs in pre-conquest Mesoamerica offers a unique view of one of the most remarkable civilizations of all time. The book includes timeline, … mehr »

geschrieben von Laurie Coulter (Autor) und Martha Newbigging (Illustrator)

Be a Volcanologist

These activity-based books extend the concept of our best-selling Mathworks! Series by exploring how science is put to use in exciting, real-world situations that will fascinate readers. They use … mehr »

geschrieben von Suzy Gazlay (Autor) und Robert B. Trombley (Solist) und Kirk A. Janowiak (Solist)

Be Your Own Boss: Small Businesses

This series focuses on the fundamental forces that drive our economy, as well as their foundation in history and economic principles. From the laws of supply and demand to emerging career … mehr »

geschrieben von Ernestine Glesecke (Autor) und E. Giesecke (Autor) und Ernestine Giesecke (Autor)

Bibliotecarios y Bibliotecarias: Librarians

Simple Spanish text explains the tools, … mehr »

geschrieben von Dee Ready (Autor)

Bicycle Patrol Officers

In this high-interest series, readers explore specialized law enforcement groups that serve our communities. Chapters cover training, duties, history, function, and equipment used by each of these … mehr »

geschrieben von Michael Green (Autor)

Bill Gates

- Primary research and sources
- Maps
- Color images and historic documents
- … mehr »

geschrieben von Ruth Strother (Autor)

Bill Gates

As a teenager, Bill Gates recognized that computers had the potential to play crucial roles in virtually every aspect of modern life. Today his Microsoft Corporation symbolizes the power computers … mehr »

geschrieben von Adam Woog (Autor)

Bill Gates: Computer Legend

When readers want to investigate icons of our world, this is where to send them. Highly visual presentations illuminate the tragedies and triumphs of some of the 20th century's most extraordinary … mehr »

geschrieben von Sara Barton-Wood (Autor)

Blood and DNA Evidence: Crime-Solving Science Experiments

- Explores forensic science techniques used to solve crimes
- Focuses on science experiments that follow the scientific method
- Includes true crime cases and ideas for science fair … mehr »

geschrieben von Kenneth G. Rainis (Autor) und Brian Gestring (Solist)

Blood Evidence

Describes how blood analysis is used to solve crimes, including the tests performed by lab technicians on samples to determine blood type and other characteristics, and finding, saving and … mehr »

geschrieben von Barbara B. Rollins (Autor) und Michael Dahl (Autor) und Catherine Knutson (Solist)

Bomb Detection Squads

In this high-interest series, readers explore specialized law enforcement groups that serve our communities. Chapters cover training, duties, history, function, and equipment used by each of these … mehr »

geschrieben von Michael Green (Autor)

Bomb Squad Experts: Life Defusing Explosive Devices

A look into this exciting but … mehr »

geschrieben von Suzanne J. Murdico (Autor)

Bomb Squad Specialist

Defusing a bomb, hunting down dangerous criminals, jumping off a cliff--it's all just a day's work for some daredevils. This gripping series explores several of the world's most dangerous … mehr »

geschrieben von Jil Fine (Autor)

Bomberos y Bomberas: Fire Fighters

Explains the clothing, tools, schooling, … mehr »

geschrieben von Dee Ready (Autor)

Bone Detective: The Story of Forensic Anthropologist Diane France

- Includes basic information about bone identification.
- Perfect combination of biography (100+ pages) and science.
- Written in an engaging, easy-to-read style.
- All bio subjects are … mehr »

geschrieben von Lorraine Jean Hopping (Autor)

Brick by Brick: The Building of an ASEAN Economic Community

Against the backdrop of significant developments in regional economic cooperation and integration over the past decade, this book presents some of the key challenges facing ASEAN as it embarks on a … mehr »

geschrieben von Denis Hew Wei-Yen (Herausgeber)