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Young people who have a desire to work with Nature will learn about careers in sustainable agriculture. Careers include organic farmer, farm manager, greenhouse worker, research scientist, beekeeper, environmental engineer, rancher, and tree surgeon. Readers will learn about the common dangers of farm work and explore the numerous vocational opportunities that are available. This comprehensive book provides information about training, education, and...
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"Farming is one of the most important jobs in our society, but what does a farmer really do all day? This text explores both agricultural and livestock farming in detail, and describes the special skills and equipment that a farmer needs in order to ensure that the farm runs smoothly. Other aspects of working with animals and crops are also explored, such as selling livestock and vegetables to people or businesses. Engaging visuals and interesting...
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Without the hard work of farmers, the world would go hungry. On farms across the world, farmers grow fruits, nuts, vegetables, and grains, as well as raise cows, chickens, sheep, and other types of livestock. A career as a farmer is an excellent choice for those who like to work hard, don't mind getting dirty, and enjoy the great outdoors. In this book, you'll learn about job duties for farmers, how to enter the field; key skills for success, methods...
4) Farmers
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Many years ago, most of the U.S. population lived on farms and produced their own food to eat. Now, only 2 percent of the population produces food for the entire world. Readers will learn that farmers are responsible for the fruits, vegetables, and meat we buy in the grocery store, and the ingredients that go into many other things. They often use technology to help them produce these things. Some farmers research ways to keep their animals comfortable...
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This series introduces young readers to important core content with simple activities to encourage students to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create. This combination of reading and inquiring helps them to develop the skills needed to master content and learn and succeed in the 21st century. This book explains about working at a farm.
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"Most workplaces are defined by computer screens, ringing phones, and artificial lights. What's a nature lover to do? Luckily, there's an entire world out there for someone whose ideal office is in the great outdoors-and the best part is, many of these jobs don't require a college degree! Outdoors-based jobs are ripe for the plucking if someone has passion, willpower, and a good work ethic. This thought-provoking title provides readers who love nature...
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What was being a farmer like in the past? Readers can find out in this Spanish book that compares farming and farming equipment of today with farming of the past. Young readers will learn about the history of farming with this book that includes details about farming tools, irrigation systems, pesticides, and organic farming. The table of contents, glossary, and index gives readers the tools they need to better understand the content.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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920L
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"Everyone needs to eat! Did you know that the agriculture and food development industry is teeming with interesting career opportunities? From ranchers to falconers to soil scientists, this important field relies on people with a variety of STEAM skills. Find out how you can put your science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills to work providing food for people arouind the world."--Back cover.
11) Farmers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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480L
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"Farmers are hard workers. They grow plants and raise animals for people around the world. Give readers the inside scoop on what it's like to work as a farmer. Readers will learn about different types of farmers, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting job"--
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Hospitality & Tourism in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Hospitality & Tourism career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Food & Natural Resources in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career pathway using informal self-assessment elements,career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.|Glossary of key words|Table of contents|Index|World of Work provides an early introduction to the nationally recognized careerpathways using...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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Marketing, Sales & Service in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Marketing career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
16) Human Service
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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Human Services in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Human Services career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
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This book celebrates workers who help grow, ship, and prepare food. It includes a table of contents, an On the Job special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.
18) Finance
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Finance in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Finance career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
19) Business
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Business in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Business Management & Administration career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
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Education & Training in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Education & Training career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
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