vocational guidance

Discusses the requirements to become a computer programer, including their education and training, as well as where they work.

Addresses a number of questions young people may have about pursuing a career as a computer animator including education, training, the different types of animators, and more.

Provides information about coaches, discussing the different types of coaches, what they do, where they work, and the tools they use. Includes instructions for coaching a game.

Provides information about cashiers, discussing what they do, where they work, the skills they need, what they wear, the tools they use, and how they learn their job; and includes instructions for setting up a lemonade stand.

Explains what auto mechanics do; describes their uniforms, tools, and places of work; and indicates the training and education needed for their job.

Addresses a number of questions young people may have about pursuing a career as an astronaut including training, education and advanced degrees, and space missions.

Introduces readers to the skills, tasks, and expectations of pursuing a career as an architect.

Introduces the profession of plumbing, including its history, tools, typical jobs, importance to public health, and areas of specialization.

Discusses the history of home health care, looks at some of the requirements and duties of the profession, and follows a day in the life of a home health aide.

Discusses some of the jobs done by construction workers, the training and tools needed, and opportunities in the field.