Describes the different jobs done by people working in the fire-fighting profession and some people who have made important contributions in this field.

Chronicles the events of the first Thanksgiving and discusses how the holiday has changed throughout history.

Describes what it is like to be an astronaut, some of the ways to prepare for this career, and the work in various related jobs.

Introduces the world of visual illusion describing the workings of the eye-brain system and how different types of illusions occur.

Describes career opportunities within the field of environmentalism and suggests ways to pursue such a career.

Examines the history, functions, and influences of computers in everyday life, science, and industry, and discusses careers in the field.

Describes some of the careers in the culinary arts, including master chef, executive chef, pastry chef, prep chef, and more, and discusses the training, vocabulary, competitions, and possibilities in this field.

This book provides an overview of the many types of dance that exist and describes what is involved in becoming a dancer.

Contains a photographed reenactment of the voyage and landing of the Mayflower with text covering the perspectives of both the Native Americans and the English.

Friends broaden our childrens horizons, share their joys and secrets, and accompany them on their journeys into ever wider worlds. But friends can also gossip and betray, tease and exclude. Children can cause untold suffering, not only for their peers but for parents as well. In this wise and insightful book, psychologist Michael Thompson, Ph.D., and childrens book author Catherine ONeill Grace, illuminate the crucial and often hidden role that friendship...