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"Dental hygiene is a key part of staying healthy. With the help of eye-catching photographs and accessible text, readers of this engaging volume learn all about what it's like to be a dentist. Low-ATOS level text introduces beginning readers to a valuable career path. In addition to learning about this exciting occupation, readers will learn why going to the dentist is important and see that visiting one can be a comfortable and pleasant experience"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the job of a chef and discusses the tools they use.

"Video games are a staple in the entertainment industry and a field experiencing continued growth. For those with an inclination for technology and an interest in video games, there are a variety of career paths in the video gaming industry. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Provided by publisher.

"More than 70 percent of US adults get at least some of their news from social media websites. Those with the skills to make the most of social media activity will earn considerably more than the national average. As long as people continue to turn to social media for fun, relaxation, and information, the future of social media-related careers is bright"--Provided by publisher.

"Hi-tech science careers offer a variety of job choices, a good salary, and job security. This title profiles careers in data science, AI computer science, food science, environmental science, biomedical engineering, and materials science. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Provided by publisher.

"Jobs postings for robotics programmers, engineers, mathematicians, data scientists, and researchers are surging due to recent advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Provided by publisher.

"From surgical robots to wearable health monitors, the healthcare industry is benefitting from innovative technology. Career paths combining an interest in the medical field and aptitude for hi-tech are plentiful in this industry. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a guide to careers within museum education, and features advice from professionals in the museum industry.

Provides an introduction to a career as a social worker, and discusses what the job is like, the skills and education needed, the salary, the pros and cons of the job, and the future job market for social workers. Highlights the importance of developing a career plan, and features tips on applying and interviewing. Includes black-and-white photographs, sidebars, interviews, a glossary, and additional resources.

Offers information on the real estate market and what it is like having a career in real estate. Offers interviews with real estate agents, property managers, transaction coordinators, brokers, marketing specialists, and appraisers, as well as showing assistants. Discusses the pros and cons of these professions and offers advice on discovering if they are the right career paths for the reader.