Young people today need access to up-to-date information, as well as opportunities to explore a much broader range of careers than in the past in order to make wise choices. These series will help with decision making and feature traditional jobs, newer technical positions, and modern variations of jobs that have evolved through technological advances and because of environmental concerns. Titles include information that will help students to understand the value of work, the importance of setting goals and of following aptitudes and interests, and the challenge involved in exploring endless possibilities.

Preschool - Grade 4

CAPICI, Gaetano. What Do They Do?: Dentists. ISBN 978-1-60279-806-9; ISBN 978-1-60279-815-1. LC 2009042802. ————. What Do They Do?: Police Officers. ISBN 978-1-60279-803-8; ISBN 978-1-60279-812-0. LC 2009042799. ————. What Do They Do?: Principals. ISBN 978-1-60279-809-0; ISBN 978-1-60279-818-2. LC 2009042805. GREGORY, Josh. What Do They Do?: Veterinarians. ISBN 978-1-60279-810-6; ISBN 978-1-60279-819-9. LC 2009042806. ————. What Do They Do?: Judges. ISBN 978-1-60279-807-6; ISBN 978-1-60279-816-8. LC 2009042803. ————. What Do They Do?: Doctors. ISBN 978-1-60279-805-2; ISBN 978-1-60279-814-4. LC 2009042801. ZEIGER, Jennifer. What Do They Do?: Firefighters. ISBN 978-1-60279-804-5; ISBN 978-1-60279-813-7. LC 2009042800. ————. What Do They Do?: Nurses. ISBN 978-1-60279-808-3; ISBN 978-1-60279-817-5. LC 2009042804. ea vol: 24p. (Community Connections Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Cherry Lake. 2010. PLB $24.21; ebook $24.21. Gr 1-3—Somewhat similar to ABDO's "Going to Work" books (see below), this series focuses on community workers. The focus is on basic tasks, what to expect on a visit, what one needs to know to do the job, its value to society, and variations of it—vets on the farm and at the zoo, for example. The attractive spreads alternate text with large photos of workers. "Think," "Create," and "Ask Questions" sidebars provide questions for discussion with parents or teachers. Colored text in bold-faced font highlights new vocabulary words. Plenty of smiling folks are pictured on the covers and within, including a medical worker wearing a stethoscope, a police officer with a dog, and an office worker. These titles will inform children and eliminate uncertainty about new experiences. GOLDISH, Meish. Air Force: Civilian to Airman. reprods. ISBN 978-1-936088-10-2; ISBN 978-1-936088-83-6. LC 2010004151. ————. Army: Civilian to Soldier. ISBN 978-1-936088-11-9; ISBN 978-1-936088-84-3. LC 2010008026. ————. Coast Guard: Civilian to Guardian. ISBN 978-1-936088-12-6; ISBN 978-1-936088-85-0. LC 2010011124. ————. Marine Corps: Civilian to Marine. ISBN 978-1-936088-13-3; ISBN 978-1-936088-86-7. LC 2010013665. ————. Navy: Civilian to Sailor. ISBN 978-1-936088-14-0; ISBN 978-1-936088-87-4. LC 2010018475. ea vol: 24p. (Becoming a Soldier Series). map. photos. bibliog. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Bearport. 2010. PLB $22.61; ebook $22.61. Gr 3-6—Complemented by exciting, action-packed photos, these captivating narratives follow a young recruit from initial sign up through the first days of orientation and learning to follow the orders of a commander or drill sergeant, through to a grueling graduation test and the prospect of a future in related military careers. Pictures illustrate grimacing faces as young men complete strenuous body-building exercises and strength training. This series offers more to young male readers than it does to a female audience as it has only a few token pictures of women in training. MARKARIAN, Margie. Who Cleans Dinosaur Bones?: Working at a Museum. ISBN 978-1-4109-3847-3; ISBN 978-1-4109-3857-2. LC 2009050175. ————. Who Scoops Elephant Poo?: Working at a Zoo. ISBN 978-1-4109-3848-0; ISBN 978-1-4109-3858-9. LC 2009050279. MEINKING, Mary. Who Counts the Penguins?: Working in Antarctica. map. ISBN 978-1-4109-3855-8; ISBN 978-1-4109-3864-0. LC 2009050396. ————. Who Rolls Through Fire?: Working on a Movie Set. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4109-3850-3; ISBN 978-1-4109-3860-2. LC 2009050285. ————. Who Swings the Wrecking Ball?: Working on a Construction Site. ISBN 978-1-4109-3854-1; ISBN 978-1-4109-3863-3. LC 2009050295. ————. Who Walks the Tightrope?: Working at a Circus. ISBN 978-1-4109-3852-7; ISBN 978-1-4109-3861-9. LC 2009050289. TAGLIAFERRO, Linda. Who Lands Planes on a Ship?: Working on an Aircraft Carrier. ISBN 978-1-4109-3853-4; ISBN 978-1-4109-3862-6. LC 2009050293. ————. Who Walks in Space?: Working in Space. ISBN 978-1-4109-3849-7; ISBN 978-1-4109-3859-6. LC 2009050280. ea vol: 32p. (Wild Work Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Raintree. 2010. PLB $29; pap. $7.99. Gr 2-4—This high-interest series delivers an abundance of informative photos and large-font writing that's full of action. Even the titles pique one's curiosity by first posing the kind of question kids want to ask and then stating how to explore some very interesting work. Fact boxes provide fun detail to keep readers engaged, and ballooned photo captions identify things in the pictures. Each spread explains one of the many jobs people do in a zoo, a museum, a construction job in the Antarctic, etc., and every one of them sounds exciting. MORTENSEN, Lori. A Day at the Fire Station. ISBN 978-1-4296-4508-9; ISBN 978-1-4296-5612-2. LC 2009051422. ————. Going to the Dentist. ISBN 978-1-4296-4507-2; ISBN 978-1-4296-5610-8. LC 2009051473. ————. A Visit to the Vet. ISBN 978-1-4296-4510-2; ISBN 978-1-4296-5616-0. LC 2009051474. ————. Working on the Farm. ISBN 978-1-4296-4510-2; ISBN 978-1-4296-5616-0. LC 2009051475. ea vol: illus. by Jeffrey Thompson. 24p. (First Graphics: My Community Series). illus. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Capstone. 2010. RTE $26.65; pap. $5.95. Gr 1-2—Each graphic-format title begins with a question ("Ever wonder what goes on at a fire station?"), and continues with minimal text and dialogue balloons. The simple, bold, and brightly colored cartoon drawings of the people, places, and animals involved in going to the dentist or taking a pet to the vet reveal many activities and tasks, helping ease the uncertainty and fear of a visit; while the other books will satisfy curious kids with their descriptions of the daily activities on a farm and the excitement of a fire call. Most characters appear pleasant, with the exception of some slightly scary drawings of masked faces on the cover and within Going to the Dentist, an otherwise excellent title that should be shared with an adult who can explain the images. MURRAY, Julie. Bus Drivers. ISBN 978-1-61613-504-1; ISBN 978-1-61758-698-9. LC 2009050819. ————. Counselors. ISBN 978-1-61613-505-8; ISBN 978-1-61758-699-6. LC 2009050818. ————. Librarians. ISBN 978-1-61613-506-5; ISBN 978-1-61758-700-9. LC 2009050817. ————. Nurses. ISBN 978-1-61613-507-2; ISBN 978-1-61758-701-6. LC 2009050838. ————. Principals. ISBN 978-1-61613-508-9; ISBN 978-1-61758-702-3. LC 2009050816. ————. Teachers. ISBN 978-1-61613-509-6; ISBN 978-1-61758-703-0. LC 2009050814. ea vol: 32p. (Going to Work: School Edition Series). photos. reprods. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. ABDO. 2010. PLB $25.65; ebook $25.65. Gr 1-3—These narratives are simple yet informative and printed in an easy-to-read font. Each one begins with a simple introduction explaining the importance of the job. Subsequent chapters, sprinkled with "Did You Know?" sidebars, broadly explain responsibilities, requirements, and preparation, as well as what happens during a typical day in the position. A "History Lesson" in each book discusses, for example, when U.S. schools began to provide counseling and offers period photos, and a "School News" page includes brief stories and facts, such as a short profile of Laura Bush and a mention of International School Library Month in Librarians. Eye-catching pages of yellows and blues, large bold blue chapter headings, and many smiling faces of real people at work offer visual appeal. A friendly look at the tasks, responsibilities, and value of people who work in a school.

Grades 5 and Up

BARKER, Geoff. Health and Social Care Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-091-6. LC 2009045302. ————. Sports and Leisure Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-094-7. LC 2009054261. ENSAFF, Najoud & Anne Rooney. Retail Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-093-0. LC 2009054195. GRAHAM, Ian. Technology Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-095-4. LC 20090045300. ROONEY, Anne. Creative and Media Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-090-9. LC 2009054194. SENKER, Cath. Construction Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-089-3. LC 2009054193. ————. Hospitality and Catering Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-092-3. LC 20090045301. STEARMAN, Kaye. Travel and Tourism Careers. ISBN 978-1-60753-096-1. LC 2009051727. ea vol: 46p. (In the Workplace Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Amicus. 2010. PLB $34.25. Gr 7 Up—The short paragraphs in these titles create accessible content and focus on the many special jobs that exist within each industry. Additional bulleted lists and text boxes under such captions as "Finding a Job," "You Will Need," and "Handy Hint" address such specifics as the skills and education needed to land positions, while other sidebars provide personal accounts of experiences in the fields. These inclusions make the page layout a little busy and may distract some readers. BURGAN, Michael. Bat Researcher. chart. map. ISBN 978-1-60870-170-4; ISBN 978-1-60870-295-4. LC 2009048412. COHN, Jessica. Parasite Collector. ISBN 978-1-60870-175-9; ISBN 978-1-60870-300-5. LC 2009049824. ————. Pest Control Worker. ISBN 978-1-60870-176-6; ISBN 978-1-60870-301-2. LC 2010000208. DILS, Tracey E. Oil Spill Cleaner. map. ISBN 978-1-60870-174-2; ISBN 978-1-60870-299-2. LC 2009049822. GUSTAITIS, Joseph. Arctic Trucker. map. reprods. ISBN 978-1-60870-171-1; ISBN 978-1-60870-294-7. LC 2009049565. ————. Storm Chaser. map. reprods. ISBN 978-1-60870-179-7; ISBN 978-1-60870-304-3. LC 2009049827. HORN, Geoffrey M. Pit Crew Worker. reprods. ISBN 978-1-60870-177-3; ISBN 978-1-60870-302-9. LC 2010000210. ————. Sewer Inspector. ISBN 978-1-60870-178-0; ISBN 978-1-60870-303-6. LC 2009049826. THOMAS, William David. Deep Sea Fishing. map. ISBN 978-1-60870-171-1; ISBN 978-1-60870-296-1. LC 2009049565. ————. Movie Stunt Worker. reprods. ISBN 978-1-60870-172-8; ISBN 978-1-60870-297-8. LC 2010000209. ————. Oil Rig Worker. diag. map. ISBN 978-1-60870-173-5; ISBN 978-1-60870-298-5. LC 2009049821. ————. Wilderness Rescue Pilot. reprods. ISBN 978-1-60870-180-3; ISBN 978-1-60870-305-0. LC 2009049825. ea vol: 32p. (Benchmark Rockets: Dirty and Dangerous Jobs Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Marshall Cavendish/Benchmark. 2010. PLB $28.50; ebook $28.50. Gr 4-8—These titles reveal many of the behind-the-scenes, grimier aspects, and dangers of these uncommon, exciting careers and explain why people choose to take such risky jobs. Action-packed experiences of the workers are covered in four short, informative chapters that look at training and special equipment. Many captioned pictures, additional text boxes, and lots of personal accounts and descriptions add to the thrill as the books discuss storm chasing or the gross factor involved in inspecting a sewer. EARL, C.F. & Vanderhoof, Gabrielle. Army Rangers. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1838-9; ISBN 978-1-4222-9502-1. LC 2010023795. ————. Green Berets. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1841-9; ISBN 978-1-4222-9499-4. LC 2010025293. ————. World's Best Soldiers. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1846-4; ISBN 978-1-4222-9494-9. LC 2010024705. MONTANA, Jack. Escape and Evasion. ISBN 978-1-4222-1840-2; ISBN 978-1-4222-9500-7. LC 2010020680. ————. Marines. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1842-6; ISBN 978-1-4222-9498-7. LC 2010020681. ————. Navy Seals. map. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1843-3; ISBN 978-1-4222-9497-0. LC 2010021842. ————. Parachute Regiment. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1845-7; ISBN 978-1-4222-9495-6. LC 2010025185. ————. Urban Warfare. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1844-0; ISBN 978-1-4222-9496-3. LC 2010024704. VANDERHOOF, Gabrielle. Air Force. illus. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1837-2; ISBN 978-1-4222-9503-8. LC 2010019186. ————. Elite Forces Selection. ISBN 978-1-4222-1839-6; ISBN 978-1-4222-9501-4. LC 2010016871. ea vol: 64p. (Special Forces: Protecting, Building, Teaching and Fighting Series). photos. bibliog. further reading. index. Web sites. CIP. Mason Crest. 2010. PLB $22.95; ebook $22.95. Gr 6 Up—Readers interested in a military career within a Special Forces division will find this series most informative. Elite Forces Selection is a smart place to begin, as it includes an overview of fundamental requirements for all divisions, focusing on the physical and mental strengths necessary in coping with the stress of missions. Other titles provide great detail on the history of the forces and the physical training and personal qualities and skills needed to meet the demands of active combat and other activities at home and abroad. FLATH, Camden. 21st-Century Counselors: New Approaches to Mental Health & Substance Abuse. charts. ISBN 978-1-4222-1825-9; ISBN 978-1-4222-2046-7; ISBN 978-1-4222-9544-1. LC 2010021812. ————. Careers in Green Energy: Fueling the World with Renewable Resources. charts. diag. maps. ISBN 978-1-4222-1812-9; ISBN 978-1-4222-2033-7; ISBN 978-1-4222-9557-1. LC 2010020683. ————. Freelance & Technical Writers: Words for Sale. charts. diag. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1814-3; ISBN 978-1-4222-2035-1; ISBN 978-1-4222-9555-7. LC 2010011419. ————. Media in the 21st Century: Artists, Animators, and Graphic Designers. charts. illus. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1816-7; ISBN 978-1-4222-2037-5; ISBN 978-1-4222-9553-3. LC 2010014935. ————. Social Workers: Finding Solutions for Tomorrow's Society. charts. ISBN 978-1-4222-1821-1; ISBN 978-1-4222-2042-9; ISBN 978-1-4222-9548-9. LC 2010017920. ————. Therapy Jobs in Educational Settings: Speech, Physical, Occupational, & Audiology. charts. illus. ISBN 978-1-4222-1826-6; ISBN 978-1-4222-2047-4; ISBN 978-1-4222-9543-4. LC 2010021727. ————. Tomorrow's Enterprising Scientists: Computer Software Designers and Specialists. chart. diags. ISBN 978-1-4222-1822-8; ISBN 978-1-4222-2043-6; ISBN 978-1-4222-9547-2. LC 201019187. MILLER, Malinda. Green Construction: Creating Energy-Efficient, Low-Impact Buildings. charts. diag. ISBN 978-1-4222-1815-0; ISBN 978-1-4222-2036-8; ISBN 978-1-4222-9554-0. LC 2010010013. ————. Modern Mechanics: Maintaining Tomorrow's Green Vehicles. charts. diag. reprods. ISBN 978-1-4222-1818-1; ISBN 978-1-4222-2039-9; ISBN 978-1-4222-9551-9. LC 2010016870. ————. The Pharmaceutical Industry: Better Medicine for the 21st Century. charts. ISBN 978-1-4222-1819-8; ISBN 978-1-4222-2040-5; ISBN 978-1-4222-9550-2. LC 2010020682. ————. Tomorrow's Teachers: Urban Leadership, Empowering Students, & Improving Lives. ISBN 978-1-4222-1823-5; ISBN 978-1-4222-2044-3; ISBN 978-1-4222-9546-5. LC 2010021832. ————. Tomorrow's Transportation: Green Solutions for Air, Land, & Sea. illus. maps. ISBN 978-1-4222-1824-2; ISBN 978-1-4222-2045-0; ISBN 978-1-4222-9545-8. LC 2010021833. STRANGE, Cordelia. Environmental Science and Protection: Keeping Our Planet Green. charts. diags. maps. ISBN 978-1-4222-1813-6; ISBN 978-1-4222-2034-4; ISBN 978-1-4222-9556-4. LC 2010011418. ————. Medical Technicians: Health-Care Support for the 21st Century. charts. ISBN 978-1-4222-1817-4; ISBN 978-1-4222-2038-2; ISBN 978-1-4222-9552-6. LC 2010014934. ————. Physicians' Assistants & Nurses: New Opportunities in the 21st-Century Health System. charts. ISBN 978-1-4222-1820-4; ISBN 978-1-4222-2041-2; ISBN 978-1-4222-9549-6. LC 2010017919. ea vol: 64p. (New Careers for the 21st Century: Finding Your Role in the Global Renewal Series). photos. bibliog. further reading. index. Web sites. CIP. Mason Crest. 2010. PLB $22.95; pap. $9.95; ebook $22.95. Gr 7 Up—These books open by creating an awareness of current and future changes in the world economy, and of technology and its impact on making career plans. Subsequent chapters identify and emphasize specific careers—important strengths, necessary aptitudes and interests, education and training, projected earnings, closely related occupations, type of work environment, and predictions for the future of the field. Additional attention is given to the role that living and working in an environmentally conscious world has on helping guide readers on a career path. Color photos have a small role amid the many statistics, figures, graphs, and charts that support and supplement the texts. Worthy additions. HARASYMIW, Therese. A Career as a Physical Therapist. ISBN 978-1-4358-9467-9. LC 2009045009. HARMON, Daniel E. A Career as an Electrician. ISBN 978-1-4358-9470-9. LC 2009044041. HEOS, Bridget. A Career as a Hairstylist. ISBN 978-1-4358-9474-7. LC 2009047347. ORR, Tamra B. A Career as an Auto Mechanic. ISBN 978-1-4358-9471-6. LC 2009046608. PAYMENT, Simone. A Career as a Plumber. ISBN 978-1-4358-9473-0. LC 2009043664. ROZA, Greg. A Career as a Carpenter. ISBN 978-1-4358-9472-3. LC 2009039998. SILIVANCH, Annalise. A Career as a Teacher. ISBN 978-1-4358-9468-6. LC 2009044971. WATSON, Stephanie. A Career as a Police Officer. ISBN 978-1-4358-9469-3. LC 2009040001. ea vol: 80p. (Essential Careers Series). photos. bibliog. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Rosen. 2010. PLB $30.60. Gr 7 Up—The lively texts and photos in these hi/lo titles provide an in-depth look at familiar, high-demand jobs. The books provide descriptions and information on various kinds of jobs within the field, special skills, training and education, career development, and an employment forecast. References to information from the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009 Edition support the fact that the featured careers are wise options that can withstand economic uncertainty. HINDMAN, Susan. Carpenter. ISBN 978-1-60279-935-6; ISBN 978-1-60279-944-8. LC 2010000694. MARSICO, Katie. Auto Technician. ISBN 978-1-60279-937-0; ISBN 978-1-60279-946-2. LC 2010000687. MASTERS, Nancy Robinson. Air Traffic Controller. ISBN 978-1-60279-940-0; ISBN 978-1-60279-949-3. LC 2010000693. ————. Heavy Equipment Operator. ISBN 978-1-60279-941-7; ISBN 978-1-60279-950-9. LC 2010003015. MULLINS, Matt. Surgical Technologist. ISBN 978-1-60279-939-4; ISBN 978-1-60279-948-6. LC 2010001437. SOMERVILL, Barbara A. Dental Hygienist. ISBN 978-1-60279-938-7; ISBN 978-1-60279-947-9. LC 2009053497. TEITELBAUM, Michael. Electrician. illus. ISBN 978-1-60279-936-3; ISBN 978-1-60279-945-5. LC 2010000686. ea vol: 32p. (Cool Careers: Career and Technical Education Series). photos. further reading. glossary. index. Web sites. CIP. Cherry Lake. 2010. PLB $27.07; ebook $27.07. Gr 4-8—With an even balance of photos to text, smooth transitions, and a fair representation of women, these titles provide adequate information on technical careers—some requiring college, and others, trade school. Brief historical background explains how each field evolved up to today. Text boxes featuring "Learning and Innovation Skills" and "Life and Career Skills" include thoughtful ideas with questions to think about and discuss. Colorful cover photos of people on the job will attract readers' attention. NEWTON, Michael. Bomb Squad. ISBN 978-1-60413-624-1; ISBN 978-1-4381-3581-6. LC 2010022102. ————. SWAT Teams. ISBN 978-1-60413-625-8; ISBN 978-1-4381-3582-3. LC 2010026511. ————. The Texas Rangers. ISBN 978-1-60413-626-5; ISBN 978-1-4381-3619-6. LC 2010028274. RICCIUTI, Edward R. Federal Bureau of Investigation. ISBN 978-1-60413-636-4; ISBN 978-1-4381-3617-2. LC 2010030397. RYAN, Bernard, Jr. The Secret Service. ISBN 978-1-60413-623-4; ISBN 978-1-4381-3618-9. LC 2010029372. WEIR, William. Border Patrol. ISBN 978-1-60413-635-7; ISBN 978-1-4381-3616-5. LC 2010030051. ea vol: 128p. (Law Enforcement Agencies Series). photos. reprods. bibliog. chron. further reading. index. notes. Web sites. Chelsea House. Jan. 2011. PLB $35; ebook $35. Gr 8 Up—These titles open with the creation and development of the agency in question, background that provides the basis for investigation into specific agency jobs and their required skills, significant events, extraordinary weapons, and international activities. Chapters offer numerous accounts of actual on-the-job happenings, including what transpired during the Columbine shootings in SWAT Teams and tales of early land fraud in Secret Service. 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The series for younger readers mainly explore community helpers and introduce the world of work in broad terms, whereas those for middle- and upper-level students provide more career options and more explicit and detailed job descriptions. Going to the Dentist, from Capstone's "First Graphics: My Community" series, will need adult explanations, and Bearport's "Becoming a Soldier" will mainly find an audience in male readers. Otherwise, each series has a strong presentation and will have broad appeal; selection for an individual library will be greatly influenced by the location and population of the student body.