Cool Science Careers
The Cool Science Careers series introduces readers to exciting careers in science. Each book title profiles a career that gives readers an opportunity to gain a better understanding of these cool jobs. Through engaging sidebars and callout text, the essential life skills associated with this job are highlighted.
Architects
With a focus on the importance of science and math knowledge, this book describes architectural feats past and present. More »
Astronaut
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming an astronaut. Includes profiles of prominent astronauts. More »
Bioengineer
Bioengineers combine science and engineering to create solutions for many kinds of problems. Find out more about what it takes to succeed as a bioengineer. More »
Crime Scene Investigator
This high-profile career is described, including job tasks, expectations, and educational and personal preparation. More »
Cyber Cop
Law enforcement is keeping up with technology - and the criminals attempting to take advantage of it. Cyber cops use the latest electronic devices to track and find the bad guys. More »
Fire Investigator
Arson investigators are among the first people to arrive at the scene of a fire. These special experts examine a site to find out if a fire was an accident or arson. Look inside to find out… More »
Food Scientist
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a food scientist. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in food science. More »
Forensic Psychologist
Is the suspect a cold-blooded killer or suffering from a mental illness? This is the kind of tough question that a forensic psychologist must help answer. These specialists combine their… More »
Forensic Science Investigator
The work, educational foundations, and amazing advances of the forensic science field are detailed. More »
Marine Biologist
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Marine biologist. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the study of marine biology. More »
Meteorologist
Meteorologists predict the weather so we know what to expect when we go outside. Learn more about how you can prepare for a career in meteorology. More »
Nanotechnologist
Did you ever wonder what it would be like to work with things so tiny you need special microscopes to see them? That is exactly what nanotechnologists do. These specialists work with the… More »
Public Health Microbiologist
Much of the battle against disease is fought by these scientists and their amazing equipment. This volume recounts the history as well as the current state of the art. More »
Robot Scientist
Robots, once a staple of science fiction, are a big part of science and industry today. This book gives a glimpse at the amazing things robots do. More »
Sound Engineer
Music, movies and television, sports all make use of sound engineers. This book describes the tasks and expectations of this cool job. More »
Storm Chaser
A group of storm chasers stands along the highway filming as a tornado rips its way across the landscape. Some storm chasers are ordinary people looking for a thrill, but many are… More »
Virtual Reality Specialist
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Virtual Reality Specialist Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the industry More »
Volcanologist
The eruption of volcanoes are one of the most awesome and destructive natural events. Scientists study volcanoes so they can prepare and warn nearby residents of potential eruptions More »