This is not your parents' career guide From Playstation to Workstation is a career guide designed specifically for teens and new graduates. With useful exercises, this workbook will help you will master: The art of writing effective r sum?'s and cover letters Interviewing with confidence and success Building a network that will get you ahead in the job hunt Understanding how to tap the hidden job market which accounts for 80% of the jobs Ideas to get you experience when no one will hire you Methods to succeed on the job when everyone is older than you are Dispelling common career myths to get you on the right trackWhether you are looking for a job to earn extra money, meet new people or launch your career, you need to know not only how to find that job but also how to land that job. This book will start you in the right direction and give you insights that you won't get in other career guides.

Often called the 'tween years, the years between elementary school and high school are exciting, emotional, and challenging. But guess what? You have more power and control during these years than you may think In Packing Tools for Success Beyond Middle School, Essie Childers will be your mentor to help you visualize success on your journey to high school. This book will help you: Take personal responsibility for your own actions. Eliminate stinkin' thinkin' and boost your self-esteem. Improve your respect for yourself and others. Value being involved in school and community activities. Journal your thoughts and map out a plan to succeed now and in the future

Carlee always wanted to be a teacher when she grew up, until her mother is hired as a teacher at her school Some of her friends are even in her mother's class. Carlee is worried. What will her friends say? Will her mother do something to embarrass her? Carlee vows never to become a teacher like her mother, but as she journeys through the first day of school with her own new teacher, Carlee makes some surprising discoveries.

Kids will enjoy joining Police Officer Hannah as she goes about a day at work patrolling the neighborhood. This upbeat story is intended to promote discussion between children and adults about police officers and safety lessons.

This book, just for kids, looks at 10 different careers: Firefighter, Navy Seal, Astronaut, Police Officer, Veterinarian, Pilot, Lawyer, Actor, Doctor, and a Teacher. The book looks at how much they make, what education is involved, what the future holds, and more Each topic may also be purchased as an individual book.

A career as a lawyer is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a lawyer. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a Teacher is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a Teacher. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a Pilot is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a Pilot. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

This book is an absolute must for anyone facing dismissal or company downsizing; being forced into early retirement; hate their job or simply want a career change. It's also for those thinking of starting their own business. Learn whether you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur.

A career as an Actor is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a Actor. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a Astronaut is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a Astronaut. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a Police Officer is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a Police Officer. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a Doctor is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a Doctor. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a firefighter is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a firefighter. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

A career as a firefighter is an exciting one But do you really know what it takes to become one? This book takes you inside the career and shows you the day and the life of a firefighter. Inside you'll learn what they do, what training is required, what the future holds, and how you can become one

This book helps explain what a computer programmer does in a fun and engaging way. The child meets their cheerful guide, Byte, on this broad journey through computer programming explained in easy to understand terms. The child learns and discovers what it is a computer programmer does and why it is important for their Dad to do what he does When they are done with the book, they can take a look at the resources offered on the website to get them involved and working on their own beginning programs

The backbone of any army, infantry soldiers seem to get all of the action but none of the glory. Trained for the very physical and aggressive work of engaging the enemy on the ground, the infantry's main focus is to advance on the enemy, take control of territory, and hold it. Not surprisingly, the infantry tends to take high casualties because they are usually sent to the hottest spots in combat. This book looks at the high-risk jobs of the infantry soldier, including attack, defense, patrol, and intelligence gathering.

When the heat gets turned up in a conflict, support helicopter pilots are called upon to bring in additional troops and equipment or even provide battle support from the air. This book describes the different missions support helicopter pilots undertake and the dangerous circumstances they must usually fly under.