Meinking, Mary

"Our farmers' market is a busy place! Lots of community helpers work at the farmers' market. Readers will learn about who works at a farmers' market, what the workers do, and what makes a farmers' market special"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and color photographs depict the people who work at a farmers' market and the jobs they do. Includes a glossary, critical thinking questions, and further resources.

"Some people's closets are full of jeans and T-shirts. Some wear traditional outfits. It all depends on your custom! Explore what people in different parts of the world wear in this fun, engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it"--Provided by publisher.

"Happy birthday! Let's celebrate! All around the world people are turning another year older. What are some ways birthdays are celebrated in Asia? Or in South America? Discover the ways people celebrate birthdays in this . . . [book] that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at some of the many tasks done by people who work on construction sites.

Introduces young readers to natural disasters.

"Veterinarians care for all kinds of animals. Readers will find out the tools vets use, the different types of veterinarians, and how people get this caring and exciting job"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will find out the different types of roles teachers have, the tools they use, and how people get this rewarding and difficult job"--Provided by publisher.

"Police officers help people in need and make sure everyone follows the law. With more and more news stories, the public eye is fixed on the police. Readers will learn what its really like to be an officer, the tools they use, and how people become part of the police force"--Provided by publisher.

"Do you see that? It's a plane! Find out about the people who fly them. Readers will learn what pilots do and how people get this . . . job"--Provided by publisher.