Gr 4-7–Veterinarians, chefs, auto mechanics, construction managers, farmers, firefighters, nurse practitioners, and pilots are covered in this career series that’s ideal for the middle grades. These books focus on what kinds of specialized tasks make each professional an expert in their field. Each book offers fast facts about each career path, with a mix of short and long text sections, captions, and photographs. Books are divided into short chapters, making these a slam dunk for readers who might need more support or confidence-building. Each chapter includes a “stop, think, and write” prompt that will encourage readers to get involved with what they read. Additional notes about where to look for more information are included, in addition to a glossary and an index, helping to build reference skills. VERDICT A good series to consider for middle school collections.
