Save the Planet: Protecting our Natural Resources applies the NCTE/IRA Standards to science and social studies content. Each book sends the reader on a fact-finding mission, posing an initial challenge and concluding with questions and answers. Through engaging, interactive scenarios, learners can experiment with text prediction, purpose-driven research, and creative problem solving--all critical thinking skills--while learning about ways to care for our planet.

Series of essays about issues surrounding treatment of the mentally ill with violent tendencies.

Presents the issues surrounding the growing use of RFID technology.

Each accessible book includes:
- A behind-the-scenes look at the featured industry
- Profiles of working professionals that offer an inside peek at what they do
- "Reality Check" sidebars to help readers decide if this is the job for them
- "Find Out More" and "Check It Out" sidebars for further research
- "A Day in the Life" activity list that details a typical day on the job
- Q&As between real-life kids and pros
- A "Count Me In" journal feature for readers to track their activities.
With a lively tone, dynamic look, and plenty of full-color and black-and-white photographs, the Virtual Apprentice books are the perfect starting point for young adults beginning their career exploration.

- Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension
- Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative
- New center-spread "sidebar" feature presenting material in a fun, creative way
- Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects
- "Words to Know" glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary
- "Learn More" section encourages independent study
- Index makes navigating subject matter easy

Sports-related jobs are in high demand, and they can offer a number of terrific opportunities both on the field and off for budding young athletes or anyone interested in the multifaceted sports industry. ""Career Ideas for Kids Who Like Sports, Second Edition"" brings the vast range of opportunities in this industry to the forefront. This extensively revised book scores major points by encouraging kids to identify their personality traits and skills and match their athletic interests and abilities with viable career options. With step-by-step self-assessment followed by a series of job profiles and professional insight, this reader-friendly volume offers kids a strong starting place for further job exploration in the sports arena. The career profiles include: Athlete; Coach; Fitness instructor; Recreation director; Sportscaster; Sports event coordinator; Sports pro; Sportswriter; and more.

What do you do when you find out that a number of school officials and the entire sheriff's department are running a drug lab in a nearby abandoned mine? If you're a kid living in a small desert town, there's not much you can do besides disrupt class and play silly pranks. But if you happen to get a little inside information, the odds can tip in your favor.

Robbie has heard all of the wild stories and the warnings to stay away from the Black Turtle Mine, but he has to investigate the mine for himself. After happening upon what looks like a drug-manufacturing operation, Robbie's life is completely disrupted. He is framed for bringing methamphetamines to school and thrown into a juvenile detention center, and his mother is accused of being unfit. With the school principal and counselor in league with the sheriff and his deputies in a drug ring, the chances of Robbie getting fair and unbiased treatment seem pretty unlikely.

Schoolmates Sawyer, Dylan, and James, along with their science teacher, Keith, join forces on a dangerous quest to free James's wrongfully incarcerated cousin Robbie and bring the criminals to justice.

"A completely charming discussion of allowances.communicates some of life's important skills in a way that is fun and practical." -"Kirkus Reviews" "Well worth the investment." -"School Library Journal" This lively book answers families' questions about allowances: How much to give? When to start? How to set it up? How to keep kids from blowing it? Written for kids, but vital for parents, the book's advice comes from the Allowance All-Star Squad, 166 kids who have tackled tons of allowance snags-with great results! Their parents chime in, too, as do financial and psychology experts.

Jump-start your real estate career

"How to Make $100,000+ Your First Year as a Real Estate Agent" is more than just an introduction to the ins and outs of the industry; it's a step-by-step guide to beginning your career, with insider advice on how to build a lucrative real estate practice. Whether you're just out of college, changing careers, or looking to improve your game, you'll find fresh ideas on maximizing your sales and commissions. Darryl Davis' system puts you on track to a six-figure salary as he helps you Prepare for the real estate exam and get licensed Find the right real estate office where you can truly excel Build a referral base in just 12 months, starting from nothing Generate an endless supply of quality listings-the bloodline to a successful real estate career Develop a network with real estate professionals who can help you get ahead

Packed with practical tips, sound guidance, and valuable resources, this is the essential first step in your new moneymaking career.

Weekly Reader's first-grade pal, Buddy Bear, guides a behind-the-scenes tour at each of six important businesses that are found in almost every community. Designed to support the first-grade social studies curriculum, this series uses vivid, full-color photography and first-hand, expert information to show young readers the kinds of work people do at these familiar and fascinating places.

Nursing is an exciting but challenging profession for both girls and boys. Nurses can be found everywhere if you take a moment to look for us. They take care of you at the doctor's office or see you in the school on special days, by taking your weight or checking you temperature. These are just a few activities that a nurse can do when taking care of people like you. I bet YOU know someone who is a nurse!

Weekly Reader's first-grade pal, Buddy Bear, guides a behind-the-scenes tour at each of six important businesses that are found in almost every community. Designed to support the first-grade social studies curriculum, this series uses vivid, full-color photography and first-hand, expert information to show young readers the kinds of work people do at these familiar and fascinating places.

The author believes all children know everything worth knowing from birth. We adults only need to continue talking to them to keep the flame of their knowledge alive. She believes in them as she does in gods; they are teaching us, loving us, believing in us, forgiving us and suffering for us.

Sky stories grew from her desire to talk to an imaginary child about as many values and aspects of life as possible in a book. Sky Stories is a collection of six stories, which although having no obvious connection do together make up a whole. The trees received the stories from sky and at night told them to the birds.

Dress and Roses - The successful dress with printed roses faces her first real challenge - real roses. Blue Cats New Year - The robin is caught by the blue cat and makes promises to stay alive. Now is the time to keep promises. Shopkeeper's Son - The lazy shopkeeper's son sleeps all the time. One kind old woman teaches him a tough lesson. The Angel of Death - The last wish before death does it make any sense? The Swan from Snake Notch - If you become a snake from a swan, should you inform everyone? Or do they know anyway? The Duck and the Carrot - In a courtyard lived a duck and a carrot. Nothing else lived there; is there any possible friendship between them?

Olivia Orange was born of Tartar parents in Kazakhstan and was educated at a conservatoire school for gifted children where she specialised in piano. She worked there for film studios and TV as a scriptwriter. Currently she is living in England, married to an Englishman, and works as a piano teacher.

These high-interest, low reading level biographies chronicle the lives of inspiring individuals and use a vivid, graphic-novel format that will capture the attention of reluctant readers. The dazzling, full-color illustrations and easy-to-read text bring each person's life and times to life.

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.

Profiles Wyatt Earp, a peace officer in the "Wild West" who is remembered for his part in a gunfight at the O.K. Corral, where a dozen men fought, several died, and only Wyatt was not shot.