vocational guidance

Describes the tools and techniques used by forensic investigators and discusses their use in murder cases and after tragedies such as the World Trade Center attacks.

Looks at the careers of marine biologists, explaining what they do and where they work.

Explains what fossil scientists do, where they work, and why they are important.

Presents a description of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary for a career in law enforcement, and explores such fields as forensics, police or parole officer, federal agents, security guard, prosecuting attorney, and more.

Examines the various tasks that zookeepers perform during the day including checking on the animals, feeding and caring for them, and how zookeepers help the community.

The author examines why some children succeed in adulthood and other do not and suggests that schools should put less emphasis on college prep courses and concentrate more on what adolescents will need in order to make an effective transition into adulthood.

A simple introduction to the work park rangers do, discussing where they work, what tools they use, and how they are important to the communities they serve.

Looks at how mayors go about the business of running a city, discussing duties, training, skills needed, and contribution to the community.

Describes career opportunities within the field of environmentalism and suggests ways to pursue such a career.

Simple text and photographs depict children engaged in various activities that make up the scientific process.