Author: Ceel Pasternak
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570231476
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Discusses various career opportunities that exist for females in air and space, such as astrophysicist, astronaut, physicist, helicopter pilot, airtraffic controller and airline pilot. Includes real-life examples of each.
Cool Careers for Girls in Air and Space
Author: Ceel Pasternak
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570231476
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Discusses various career opportunities that exist for females in air and space, such as astrophysicist, astronaut, physicist, helicopter pilot, airtraffic controller and airline pilot. Includes real-life examples of each.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570231476
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Discusses various career opportunities that exist for females in air and space, such as astrophysicist, astronaut, physicist, helicopter pilot, airtraffic controller and airline pilot. Includes real-life examples of each.
Cool Careers for Girls in Cybersecurity and National Safety
Author: Linda Thornburg
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570232084
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Designed for young girls ages 11-14, this book profiles 10 pioneering women working in cybersecurity and national safety.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570232084
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Designed for young girls ages 11-14, this book profiles 10 pioneering women working in cybersecurity and national safety.
Cool Careers for Girls as Crime Solvers
Author: Linda Thornburg
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570231742
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Designed for young girls, this new title in the popular "Cool Careers for Girls" series profiles ten pioneering women working as crime solvers, from police officer to forensic scientist. 10 photos. 20 illustrations.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570231742
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Designed for young girls, this new title in the popular "Cool Careers for Girls" series profiles ten pioneering women working as crime solvers, from police officer to forensic scientist. 10 photos. 20 illustrations.
Women in Non-traditional Aviation and Space Careers
Author: Mary Jo Oliver
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
Young Women of Achievement
Author: Frances A. Karnes
Publisher: Prometheus Books
ISBN: 1615921214
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Are you planning a career in the sciences, math, or technology? If you're a girl, you probably should be. It is estimated that by the year 2010 the need for qualified personnel in science and technology careers will increase dramatically. Yet right now only 16 percent of women are involved in science and engineering careers despite the fact that women make up 45 percent of the total labor force. All this means that opportunities abound for women in the sciences.This upbeat, very useful resource guide will give young women everything they need to start exploring and planning a career in science, math, or technology. Part I introduces readers to the many exciting career opportunities available in the sciences and provides specific strategies for planning for a future career in these areas. Part II recounts true stories of girls and young women in the sciences, detailing how they got involved and what they have accomplished. Part III offers timelines of extraordinary women throughout history, inspiring quotations, a list of Web sites specifically geared toward women in the sciences, suggestions for science-oriented computer software, and many other recommended resources.If you have an interest in science, this excellent guide, full of useful information, will start you on the path toward realizing your career dreams.Frances A. Karnes, Ph.D. (Hattiesburg, MS), is the director of The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi.Kristen R. Stephens, Ph.D. (Durham, NC), is the support services coordinator for the Duke University Talent Identification Program.
Publisher: Prometheus Books
ISBN: 1615921214
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Are you planning a career in the sciences, math, or technology? If you're a girl, you probably should be. It is estimated that by the year 2010 the need for qualified personnel in science and technology careers will increase dramatically. Yet right now only 16 percent of women are involved in science and engineering careers despite the fact that women make up 45 percent of the total labor force. All this means that opportunities abound for women in the sciences.This upbeat, very useful resource guide will give young women everything they need to start exploring and planning a career in science, math, or technology. Part I introduces readers to the many exciting career opportunities available in the sciences and provides specific strategies for planning for a future career in these areas. Part II recounts true stories of girls and young women in the sciences, detailing how they got involved and what they have accomplished. Part III offers timelines of extraordinary women throughout history, inspiring quotations, a list of Web sites specifically geared toward women in the sciences, suggestions for science-oriented computer software, and many other recommended resources.If you have an interest in science, this excellent guide, full of useful information, will start you on the path toward realizing your career dreams.Frances A. Karnes, Ph.D. (Hattiesburg, MS), is the director of The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi.Kristen R. Stephens, Ph.D. (Durham, NC), is the support services coordinator for the Duke University Talent Identification Program.
The Federal Aviation Administration
Author: Andrea Canavan
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438125356
Category : Aeronautics, Commercial
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
Discusses the history and development of the Federal Aviation Administration, current issues facing this agency, and challenges for its future.
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438125356
Category : Aeronautics, Commercial
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
Discusses the history and development of the Federal Aviation Administration, current issues facing this agency, and challenges for its future.
Best STEM Resources for NextGen Scientists
Author: Jennifer L. Hopwood
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610697227
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Intended to support the national initiative to strengthen learning in areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, this book helps librarians who work with youth in school and public libraries to build better collections and more effectively use these collections through readers' advisory and programming. A versatile and multi-faceted guide, Best STEM Resources for NextGen Scientists: The Essential Selection and User's Guide serves as a readers' advisory and collection development resource for youth services and school librarians seeking to bring STEM-related titles into their collections and introduce teachers and young readers to them. This book not only guides readers to hundreds of the best STEM-related titles—fiction and non-fiction printed materials as well as apps, DVDs, websites, and games—it also includes related activities or programming ideas to help promote the use of the collection to patrons or students in storytime, afterschool programs, or passive library programs. After a detailed discussion of the importance of STEM and the opportunities librarians have for involvement, the book lists and describes best STEM resources for young learners. Resources are organized according to the reading audiences for which they are intended, from toddlers through teens, and the book includes annotated lists of both fiction and nonfiction STEM titles as well as graphic novels, digital products, and online resources. In addition, the author offers a selection of professional readings for librarians and media specialists who wish to further expand their knowledge.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610697227
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Intended to support the national initiative to strengthen learning in areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, this book helps librarians who work with youth in school and public libraries to build better collections and more effectively use these collections through readers' advisory and programming. A versatile and multi-faceted guide, Best STEM Resources for NextGen Scientists: The Essential Selection and User's Guide serves as a readers' advisory and collection development resource for youth services and school librarians seeking to bring STEM-related titles into their collections and introduce teachers and young readers to them. This book not only guides readers to hundreds of the best STEM-related titles—fiction and non-fiction printed materials as well as apps, DVDs, websites, and games—it also includes related activities or programming ideas to help promote the use of the collection to patrons or students in storytime, afterschool programs, or passive library programs. After a detailed discussion of the importance of STEM and the opportunities librarians have for involvement, the book lists and describes best STEM resources for young learners. Resources are organized according to the reading audiences for which they are intended, from toddlers through teens, and the book includes annotated lists of both fiction and nonfiction STEM titles as well as graphic novels, digital products, and online resources. In addition, the author offers a selection of professional readings for librarians and media specialists who wish to further expand their knowledge.
Cool Careers for Girls in Air And Space
Author: Ceel Pasternak
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613790291
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Designed for young girls ages 11-14, this new title in the popular "Cool Careers for Girls" series focuses on another non-traditional career path for women. The book profiles ten women who have carved out successful careers in several air and space fields. Cool Careers for Girls in Air and Space includes careers as an astronaut, astrophysicist, astro biologist, astronomer, space engineer, satellite technologist, airline pilot, air traffic controller, and helicopter pilot. This book also includes a personality checklist for each job, salary information, professional associations, personal success stories, and much more.
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613790291
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Designed for young girls ages 11-14, this new title in the popular "Cool Careers for Girls" series focuses on another non-traditional career path for women. The book profiles ten women who have carved out successful careers in several air and space fields. Cool Careers for Girls in Air and Space includes careers as an astronaut, astrophysicist, astro biologist, astronomer, space engineer, satellite technologist, airline pilot, air traffic controller, and helicopter pilot. This book also includes a personality checklist for each job, salary information, professional associations, personal success stories, and much more.
Great Books for Girls
Author: Kathleen Odean
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0345450213
Category : Children's stories, American
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Evaluates fiction and nonfiction books featuring girls and women in positive roles, ranking each entry by reading level.
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0345450213
Category : Children's stories, American
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Evaluates fiction and nonfiction books featuring girls and women in positive roles, ranking each entry by reading level.
Virtual Apprentice
Author: Don Rauf
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438123469
Category : Air pilots
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
Chapters include: Up, Up, and Away ; Pilot on the Job; Aviation Tech and Trends; Pilot in Training; The Sky's the Limit; Kids Ask, Pilots Answer; Virtual Pilot for a Day; Count Me In...or Out. Each accessible book includes: A behind-the-scenes look at the featured industry; Profiles of working professionals that offer an inside peek at what they do Reality Check sidebars to help readers decide if this is the job for them Find Out More and Check It Out sidebars for further research; A Day in the Life activity list that details a typical day on the job; Q&As between real-life kids and pros; A Count Me In journal feature for readers to track their activities.With a lively tone, dynamic look, and plenty of full-color and black-and-white photographs, the Virtual Apprentice books are the perfect starting point for young adults beginning their career exploration.
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438123469
Category : Air pilots
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
Chapters include: Up, Up, and Away ; Pilot on the Job; Aviation Tech and Trends; Pilot in Training; The Sky's the Limit; Kids Ask, Pilots Answer; Virtual Pilot for a Day; Count Me In...or Out. Each accessible book includes: A behind-the-scenes look at the featured industry; Profiles of working professionals that offer an inside peek at what they do Reality Check sidebars to help readers decide if this is the job for them Find Out More and Check It Out sidebars for further research; A Day in the Life activity list that details a typical day on the job; Q&As between real-life kids and pros; A Count Me In journal feature for readers to track their activities.With a lively tone, dynamic look, and plenty of full-color and black-and-white photographs, the Virtual Apprentice books are the perfect starting point for young adults beginning their career exploration.