A police officer keeps towns and cities safe by catching criminals and making sure people are following the law. In this book, readers will learn about the training and qualities police… More →
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Become a Real Estate Appraiser
A real estate appraiser checks the value of properties, which include apartments, homes, and stores. In this book, readers will learn about the training and qualities real estate appraisers… More →
The term woke is used either positively or negatively, depending on a person's political views. But what does "being woke" really mean? This book explores the origins of the term woke,… More →
Buffalo Soldiers
During the mid-1880s, the first black regiments of the US Army were formed. These soldiers served on the western frontier, as well as conflicts in Cuba, the Philippines, and Mexico. They were More →
Hello, bus drivers! Young learners are introduced to this community helper in a beginning reader that's perfect for curious kids. Early readers will learn how bus drivers drive in all kinds… More →
Find out how political status and the way we talk about it affect lives in the Latinx community. This title explores the nature of migration, its role in the history of civilization, and the… More →
Capitalism
Capitalism is part of the foundation of the United States. As its dominance spread around the world, challenges to the system abated. But recent historical events, including the economic… More →
An estimated one-third of workers today are employed in the gig economy--and some labor experts believe this number will grow. Career Planning in the Gig Economy examines what these jobs… More →
Careers in Business
Business professionals are experts in management, accounting, and finance. They oversee and work at businesses of all sizes--from Fortune 500 companies to family-owned operations and… More →
Careers in Construction
Construction professionals build, maintain, and repair homes, factories, skyscrapers, amusement parks, highways, ports, bridges, and many other structures. Expert electricians, plumbers,… More →