"Engaging images accompany information about the American Civil War. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7" --

"Engaging images accompany information about the American Revolutionary War. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"

A busy restaurant kitchen buzzes with energy. Thanks to the chef, the orders fly out the door! This book for young readers explores where chefs work, what they do, and how they create mouth-watering meals! In this Community Helpers title, readers explore the community helpers of today and how their work keeps our communities running safely and smoothly. Narrative openings show each worker on the job. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Picture glossaries offer visual supports. Labeled feature boxes call out uniforms and equipment used. Sidebars identify key skills for each profession. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.

"Engaging images accompany information about the Cold War. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Custodians are hard-working members of the community! In schools, businesses, and hospitals everywhere, custodians are on duty for everything from mess cleanup to repair work. This low-level title explores all these community helpers do to make the world shine. Narrative openings show each worker on the job. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Picture glossaries offer visual supports. Labeled feature boxes call out uniforms and equipment used. Sidebars identify key skills for each profession. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.

The pilot radios air traffic control. She steers the plane to the runway. Time for takeoff! Whether they're delivering packages or transporting travelers, pilots are important community helpers. This book for young readers explores all that pilots do to transport everything safely through the sky. Narrative openings show each worker on the job. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Picture glossaries offer visual supports. Labeled feature boxes call out uniforms and equipment used. Sidebars identify key skills for each profession. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.

Uh-oh! A leaky pipe has turned the basement into a flood. Time to call a plumber! These community helpers work on pipes to help keep buildings safe and dry. This informative title introduces readers to plumbers and the tools and skills that they need to do their job! Narrative openings show each worker on the job. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Picture glossaries offer visual supports. Labeled feature boxes call out uniforms and equipment used. Sidebars identify key skills for each profession. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.