Fire Investigator

From the Set Cool Science Careers

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 about how arson investigators uncover clues and use science to solve fire mysteries.

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Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 8
Reading Level Grade 6
Dewey 363.25/9642
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level 6.4
Guided Reading Level
Publisher Cherry Lake Publishing
Series Cool Science Careers
Language English
Available Formats Reinforced book (9781602793101), PDF (9781602795518), ePub (9781631882081), Hosted ebook (9781602795518H), Kindle (9781631370007)
Copyright 2009
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Graphics

School Library Journal

Gr 3-6 These highly readable books introduce some interesting careers. Each volume provides background information about the field and a clear look into its many possibilities in the 21st century. A chapter highlights ways to become involved in the profession and the interests and skills required. Activities that will allow students to learn more about the career are also included. Scattered throughout the chapters are boxes that add additional information. Colorful photographs illustrate each book. This series provides readers with a clear look at interesting careers that will play a role in the future. Christine Markley, Washington Elementary School, Barto, PA.

Author: Ann Heinrichs

Ann Heinrichs is the author of more than 200 books for children and young adults. They cover U.S. and world history and culture, science and nature, and English grammar. Ann has also enjoyed careers as a childrenā€˜s book editor and an advertising copywriter. An avid traveler, she has toured Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and East Asia. Born in Fort Smith, Arkansas, she now lives in Chicago. She enjoys biking, kayaking, and flying kites.

  • Clues Among the Ashes
  • Hunting Down the Evidence
  • Learning the Territory
  • The Future: Feeling the Heat
  • Some Famous Fire Investigators
  • Glossary
  • For More Information
  • Index
  • About the Author
Author/Illustrator biography
Glossary of key words
Index
Informative sidebars
Sources for further research
Table of contents