In 2018, the gaming industry made over 100 billion dollars worldwide. Professional gamers, designers, programmers and writers all received some of that money. Learn about the different jobs in video games, and maybe someday you'll get paid to game.

Join political buff David McCullagh and illustrator Graham Corcoran as they guide you through all the things that make our country work. Why do we have a president and a Taoiseach? What is the Seanad and why can only some citizens vote in its elections? Who makes the rules for Ireland and how are they enforced? And what do we do if we want to change them? Learn what it means to be a citizen and the positive role you can play by helping others, protecting what works and creating change in the world you live in. The latest book in the Gill Books series of important topics tackled by experts, this engaging guide demystifies political systems, elections, voting and government, and explores issues including human rights, freedom of speech and fake news. With clear text and bright illustrations, this book is for anyone who wants to understand

Here's to the heroes who keep our world clean. From roadkill collectors to landfill gas operators, these workers get dirty to keep us healthy and safe. Readers will explore some of the most disgusting waste-related jobs, down to the dirty details. They'll enjoy this high-interest topic so much they won't realize they're learning important information about STEM jobs.

Parker's city is a mess. It's full of traffic and has no sidewalks or parks. But Parker has a plan! He'll build his own city-with parks, zoos, transportation, environmental benefits, and more. Planning a city is a big project, but Parker is up for the challenge. He has all kinds of ideas about how to create a place that will benefit everyone. Part of a STEAM career-themed picture book series, Parker the Planner shows kids they can help create change in their own communities. Like Parker, they can use their passion and ideas to make the world a better place. Perfect for encouraging critical and creative thinking! Spatial analysis and critical thinking skills in K-12 students better prepare them for success, especially in science, engineering, and mathematics. For grades 1-5. Includes a glossary. The STEAM at Work! series brings awareness to exciting, fun STEAM careers and opens children up to new ideas for channeling their passions. Each book demonstrates different environmental and social issues the characters use their skills to solve, encouraging critical and creative thinking about the world. Like its characters, readers will be inspired to make a positive difference in their community now and in their future careers. BONUS: Download free fun activity pages, teaching materials, and more at https://go.esri.com/parkerlovesplanning. Copyright (c) Bolton & Menk,Inc.

American democracy was founded on the belief that ultimate power rests in an informed citizenry. But that belief appears naive in an era when private corporations manipulate public policy and the individual citizen is dwarfed by agencies, special interest groups, and other organizations that have a firm grasp on real political and economic power.
In Democracy and the News, one of America's most astute social critics explores the crucial link between a weakened news media and weakened democracy. Building on his 1979 classic media critique Deciding What's News, Herbert Gans shows how, with the advent of cable news networks, the internet, and a proliferation of other sources, the role of contemporary journalists has shrunk, as the audience for news moves away from major print and electronic media to smaller and smaller outlets. Gans argues that journalism also suffers from assembly-line modes of production, with the major product being publicity for the president and other top political officials, the very people citizens most distrust. In such an environment, investigative journalism--which could offer citizens the information they need to make intelligent critical choices on a range of difficult issues--cannot flourish. But Gans offers incisive suggestions about what the news media can do to recapture its role in American society and what political and economic changes might move us closer to a true citizen's democracy.
Touching on questions of critical national importance, Democracy and the News sheds new light on the vital importance of a healthy news media for a healthy democracy.

An inspiring and informative book for kids about the past and future of America's presidents. Who will be the NEXT president? Could it be you? When George Washington became the first president of the United States, there were nine future presidents already alive in America, doing things like practicing law or studying medicine. When JFK became the thirty-fifth president, there were 10 future presidents already alive in America, doing things like hosting TV shows and learning the saxophone. And right now-today!-there are at least 10 future presidents alive in America. They could be playing basketball, like Barack Obama, or helping in the garden, like Dwight D. Eisenhower. They could be solving math problems or reading books. They could be making art-or already making change. * A breezy, kid-friendly survey of American history and American presidents * Great for teachers, librarians, and other educators * Kate Messner's nonfiction picture books have been lauded by critics and received a variety of awards. For young readers and students who loved The New Big Book of Presidents, Lincoln and Kennedy: A Pair to Compare, and Kid Presidents: True Tales of Childhood from America's Presidents. A helpful addition to curriculums of 5th- to 8th-grade students studying U.S. History and civics and the federal government. * For readers ages 8-12 * U.S. history for kids * Students, librarians, teachers * 5th-8th-grade kids From award-winning author Kate Messner and New York Times bestselling artist Adam Rex comes a timely and compelling compendium about the U.S. presidents-before they were presidents.

Designed to encourage and facilitate students' critical thinking skills, curiosity, and understanding of different science careers, this work presents a wide range of engaging real-life stories from successful and dedicated science professionals from diverse scientific disciplines. Providing a comprehensive overview of science careers and highlighting the skills needed for success, the author has designed this guide specifically to prepare high school, undergraduate and graduate students for the multiple roles they will encounter as science professionals upon graduation. Offering a thoughtful fusion of experiences, wisdom, commentaries, and practical advice for students as they consider a career in the sciences, this resource details specific strategies and crucial information that are most appropriate for a successful science career.

This engaging book highlights various careers that involve working with animals, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.

A young activist's guide filled with real ways to make a difference Get motivated to stand against poverty and hunger in your community and the world with this introduction to non-violent activism. Young activists: follow the practical and effective methods in this book, and help mobilise others to take care of the poorest and most marginalised people now! This highly topical series informs and educates young people on key social issues in the world today. Vibrant and clearly designed content will inspire the next generation to take peaceful action now. With knowledge and passion in their corner, young people can change the world!

This series features highly photographic and easy-to-follow books packed with information, first-hand experience, and guidance on the responsibilities involved in a vocation you may wish to pursue.

This series features highly photographic and easy-to-follow books packed with information, first-hand experience, and guidance on the responsibilities involved in a vocation you may wish to pursue.

A gripping tale of a girl with a morbid ability that could lead her to a killer . . . and the boy who would never let anything happen to her.

Sixteen-year-old Violet Ambrose is grappling with two major issues: Jay Heaton and her unusual so-called gift. While her confusing feelings for her best friend are new, she has been able to sense dead bodies--or at least those that have been murdered--and the imprints that attach to their killers since she was a little girl. Violet has never considered her ability useful, but now that a serial killer has begun terrorizing her small town she realizes she might be the only person who can stop him.

Fiercely protective of her, Jay agrees to help Violet search for the murderer. But even as she's falling in love, Violet is getting closer to discovering a killer . . . and becoming his prey herself.

This series provides fun and accessible careers information for young people choosing what to study post-14. Each title offers a behind-the-scenes tour of a high-interest job typically entered through a vocational route. Snappy, easy-to-digest information and case studies are supported by a comprehensive guide to training and entry routes. At the end of year 9, pupils must choose course options that will determine whether they take a vocational or academic route through the rest of their education. These titles will help readers relate the huge range of vocational courses available to exciting jobs in the real world.

Careers for Legal Eagles & Other Law-and-Order Types

The legal system is what holds our society together. What could be more rewarding than a career helping it function smoothly? Work in this profession and you'll always have something going on, guaranteed. If you want to serve the community, stay busy, and make good money while you're at it, a perfect option is a career in the legal system, where a job awaits you no matter what your talents are. This book will put you on the path to success. Careers for Legal Eagles & Other Law-and-Order Types provides all the information you need to launch a career as a: Judge Attorney Court Staff Paralegal Legal Secretary Law Enforcement Officer Private Investigator Corrections Officer Security Guard Federal Agent

Inside you'll find practical advice on deciding which calling is for you, along with first-hand accounts of the everyday routines and working conditions of selected jobs. Written for newcomers and career-changers alike, Careers for Legal Eagles & Other Law-and-Order Types includes lists of resources to help you get your foot in the door. Here's the first step to a profitable living doing what you love.

Leer hoe om ’n ruimtevaarder, wetenskaplike, dokter of ingenieur te word in hierdie opwindende nuwe reeks!

Met oorgenoeg nuttige inligting en interessante feite oor die lewens van hierdie verskillende beroepsmense, sal hierdie boeke jong lesers leer hoe om wiskunde en wetenskap te gebruik om die wêreld te ontdek, mense se lewens te red en geboue en masjiene te bou.

Eenvoudige aktiwiteite help kinders om hul vaardighede op ’n prettige wyse te toets en die inligting wat hul geleer het te versterk. Kan die kind ’n ruimtetuig herstel, ’n chemiese reaksie veroorsaak, die perfekte verband draai of ’n wolkekrabber bou? Loer binne-in een van hierdie interaktiewe boeke en vind uit hoe!

Ruimtevaarder in opleiding leer die jong leser alles oor die ruimte, sterrekunde en die lewe aan boord die Internasionale Ruimtestasie.

Wetenskaplike in opleiding leer kinders oor basiese chemie, biologie en fisika.

Dokter in opleiding vertel die leser hoe dokters, verpleegsters en paramedici lewens red.

Ingenieur in opleiding wys jong kinders hoe ingenieurs wiskunde en wetenskap gebruik om die geboue en masjiene te bou wat ons elke dag sien.

Leer hoe om ’n ruimtevaarder, wetenskaplike, dokter of ingenieur te word in hierdie opwindende nuwe reeks!

Met oorgenoeg nuttige inligting en interessante feite oor die lewens van hierdie verskillende beroepsmense, sal hierdie boeke jong lesers leer hoe om wiskunde en wetenskap te gebruik om die wêreld te ontdek, mense se lewens te red en geboue en masjiene te bou.

Eenvoudige aktiwiteite help kinders om hul vaardighede op ’n prettige wyse te toets en die inligting wat hul geleer het te versterk. Kan die kind ’n ruimtetuig herstel, ’n chemiese reaksie veroorsaak, die perfekte verband draai of ’n wolkekrabber bou? Loer binne-in een van hierdie interaktiewe boeke en vind uit hoe!

Ruimtevaarder in opleiding leer die jong leser alles oor die ruimte, sterrekunde en die lewe aan boord die Internasionale Ruimtestasie.

Wetenskaplike in opleiding leer kinders oor basiese chemie, biologie en fisika.

Dokter in opleiding vertel die leser hoe dokters, verpleegsters en paramedici lewens red.

Ingenieur in opleiding wys jong kinders hoe ingenieurs wiskunde en wetenskap gebruik om die geboue en masjiene te bou wat ons elke dag sien.

Join in and help the busy mechanic in this playful, interactive flap book! Can you help the busy mechanic to fix the monster truck? Join in and use the flaps to mend the car, put on a new wheel, and fill up the engine. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too! Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Original concept and illustration by Dan Green. The Busy Day series: Introduces the world Boosts motor skills Recommended for children aged 2+ Also available in the Busy Day series: Astronaut Athlete Builder Chef Farmer Firefighter Footballer Train Driver Vet

A new title in the interactive Little World series from Ladybird - moving board books that make our big world little. Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and beaches to outer space and ocean depths. The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children through the busy building site - from the early morning cup of tea to digging up the earth, churning the cement and building the walls. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread will engage children as they spend a day on the building site. Sam Meredith's bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread. The Little World series: Introduces the world Boosts motor skills Recommended for children aged 2+ Look out for other titles in the Ladybird Little World series: In the City To the Moon Jungle Journey Under the Sea To the Beach At the Airport Shopping Trip On the Farm On Safari

Crack the code to your future dreams

Since 2012, the organization Girls Who Code has been leading the charge to get girls interested in technology and coding. Now its founder, Reshma Saujani, wants to inspire you to be a girl who codes!

Bursting with dynamic artwork, down-to-earth explanations of coding principles, and real-life stories of girls and women working at places like Pixar and NASA, this graphically animated book shows what a huge role computer science plays in our lives and how much fun it can be. No matter your interest—sports, the arts, baking, student government, social justice—coding can help you do what you love and make your dreams come true.

Whether you’re a girl who’s never coded before, a girl who codes, or a parent raising one, this entertaining book, printed in bold two-color and featuring art on every page, will have you itching to create your own apps, games, and robots to make the world a better place.

It's all go at the animal hospital! See how we care for animals from the big to the small. Encourage your child's interests as they explore the many layers of life in the animal hospital. This book is the perfect accompaniment to real-life imaginative role-play.