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Based on the empowering and beloved viral video rap by Sam White and his dad, Bobby, as seen on The…
Ellen Show and more, comes a book about the many careers kids can aspire to, from A to Z! You can be an A—an architect, a B—a biochemist, a C—a computer software developer, and so much more! It's all about doing what you love and putting your heart into everything that you do. In this alphabet book of careers, the options run from A to Z! And six-year-old social media sensation Sam White and his dad, Bobby, want every kid out there to know that they can reach for the stars and make their dreams come true, whatever they want to become. Just don't be a Z—a zombie, and let the world pass you by. With dynamic and joyful art by Robert Paul Jr. accompanying Sam and Bobby's viral rap, this book will have readers celebrating the potential in everyone
Explores various dangerous and dirty jobs. Discusses pig farmers, sewer workers, animal-cage cleaners (an elephant produced 540 pounds of poop…
in one day), snake-venom collectors, and medical examiners. Presents unusual facts about chimney sweeps, bee stings, stinky feet and more. For grades 3-6. 2011
Journalist Giridharadas, a first-generation American, moves to his parents' homeland of India in 2003 to work and record the societal…
changes wrought by the country's economic boom. Details the cultural upheaval as younger Indians seek betterment and escape from restrictive traditions. 2011
Editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post Media Group describes her wake-up call--a fall caused by exhaustion--and the ways it led her…
to reexamine the traditional definition of success. Explains the importance of balancing money and power with well-being, wisdom, wonder, and giving. Bestseller. 2014
Roach recounts when, as a single woman in her fifties, she left her executive position with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia…
and moved to upstate New York. Describes adjusting to the lonely rural lifestyle, coping with winter, and finding happiness in her garden and blog. Some strong language. 2011
Ten books in a series match personal interests with potential careers. Each title provides a brief overview of numerous professions.…
Includes job charts, glossaries, and additional resources. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 2013
Crime scene investigators walk past the yellow tape with one mission: to figure out what happened. Discover what it takes…
to be an investigator and learn about the investigation process in this high/low book, from hunting for evidence to interviewing witnesses
Economist and entrepreneur presents an argument that business plans are not vital to the success of entrepreneurial ventures. Offers advice…
for aspiring entrepreneurs, examines reasons for the failures of startup businesses, discusses planning for the success of a business, and more. 2018
According to millennials, advice is abusive. After all, if you didn't go looking for the answer, then you probably didn't…
ask the question! So with much respect, this brave gen-Xer—with incredible ideas and answers—would like to ask you a question: Would you like some timeless career tips? What if people skills and communication are not traits that you can put into your search bar? As millennials, you are the first generation to have access to the sum of the world's knowledge at your fingertips, but is anyone inciting you to want more than just knowledge? This program will help you sift through the most important life skills needed to advance your career, including communications skills, people skills, workplace behavior, conflict resolution, and how to work with older coworkers to achieve your career goals. Contents include: Get a grip on why older generations treat you differently (stop the stereotype)Find a resolve with difficult humans (disagree correctly)Enhance your self-worth (dust off your trophies)Communication works if you work it (customization is the optimal style)Improve your emotional well-being (successful stress strategies)Show off your people skills (networking at its best)Take credit when credit is due (shameless recognition as an art form)Show the world you work smarter (gain motivational voodoo)
True story behind one of the world's most popular foods. Every day, Momofuku Ando would tinker with recipes until he…
came up with a new kind of ramen noodle soup that was quick, convenient, and tasty. For grades K-3. 2019
An innovative new take on the travel guide, Rice, Noodle, Fish decodes Japan's extraordinary food culture through a mix of…
in-depth narrative and insider advice. In this 5000-mile journey through the noodle shops, tempura temples, and teahouses of Japan, Matt Goulding, cocreator of the enormously popular Eat This, Not That! book series, navigates the intersection between food, history, and culture, creating one of the most ambitious and complete books ever written about Japanese culinary culture from the Western perspective. Written in the same evocative voice that drives the award-winning magazine Roads & Kingdoms, Rice, Noodle, Fish explores Japan's most intriguing culinary disciplines in seven key regions, from the kaiseki tradition of Kyoto and the sushi masters of Tokyo to the street food of Osaka and the ramen culture of Fukuoka. You won't find hotel recommendations or bus schedules; you will find a brilliant narrative that interweaves immersive food journalism with intimate portraits of the cities and the people who shape Japan's food culture. Rice, Noodle, Fish is a rare blend of inspiration and information, perfect for the intrepid and armchair traveler alike. Combining literary storytelling and indispensable insider information, the end result is the first ever guidebook for the new age of culinary tourism
Journalist examines work culture in America in the twenty-first century. Discusses the state of employment, understanding personal goals when it…
comes to determining the ideal work/life balance, ways to deal with disappointments and setbacks like layoffs, and planning for life after work. 2016
Fourth edition of guidebook to career decision-making for creatively minded people. Covers identifying skill strengths and weaknesses, likely occupational tracks,…
infusing traditional careers with creative traits, satisfying alternatives, and targeting and developing a desired career. Includes entries describing 281 potential occupations. 2015
Follows a crew of scientists who are involved in the Montana Osprey Project--which studies the effects of mercury pollution on…
wildlife and humans. Highlights observations from spying on the raptors with several strategically placed webcams and the continuing research efforts aimed at better understanding of environmental problems. For grades 6-9. 2015
Overview of the history and accomplishments of ancient India's civilization, including its government and the birth of Buddhism. Provides details…
on art, faith, culture, military might, and its continuing legacy. For grades 6-9. 2015
A working mother shares the basics for surviving as both a working and a breastfeeding mother. She provides a guide…
to negotiating a pumping schedule, navigating business travel, and pumping in less-than-ideal locales. She draws on stories from both her own experiences and those of others. 2015
Describes how detection dogs are able to use their noses to find everything from people, both alive and dead, to…
explosives and orca whale poop. Highlights how these special working dogs help humans every day. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2014
Guide to empowering teen girls to pursue personal goals with confidence and enthusiasm. Offers advice on how to avoid stress,…
procrastination, and negativity. Shares the success stories of young women who have become activists, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2015
Explores the mysteries of the Mawangdui (mah-wahng-dway) tombs, one of China's top archaeological finds, and sheds light on what life…
was like during the Han dynasty (202 B.C.-220 A.D.). Details the burial and condition of Lady Dai's body and cause of death. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2014
Liu Yuejin, a worksite cook and a thief, has his pack with money stolen. While searching for it, he discovers…
another bag which contains a USB card detailing corruption of high officials and putting him in danger. Translated from the original 2007 Chinese edition. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2015