School Library Journal Review
Gr 1-3-Engaging preludes and stunning photographs will entice readers to explore these intriguing jobs. ("The night air is crisp. But you stay warm inside your soft sleeping bag. A wolf howls. a lone moose bellows.") In Scuba Diver, there is work for scientists who "study the underworld," as well as construction workers, rescue teams, and mapping experts. While the photos often depict beautiful settings, the jobs are not romanticized and safety training is emphasized. Vocabulary words are in a contrasting color and defined in the glossary, but matching the text to the photos provides a good deal of context. Titles don't shy away from technical terms, such as stalactites (hanging rock formations), prescribed burns (planned fires), or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Images include relevant tools and clothing needed for work tasks. At the end, readers can imagine themselves doing the job by responding to five questions related to the text. Each title mentions a noted person in the field, such as Deanne Shulman, who, in 1981, became the first woman smokejumper. VERDICT A visual delight with wide appeal for outdoorsy types and independent readers. © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. |
Horn Book Review
Large, visually appealing color photos accompany short, accessible texts introducing young readers to exciting outdoor careers. Each book describes job details including training, special equipment, and clothing needed; provides a historical highlight; and gives examples of on-the-job scenarios, job rewards, and dangers. A short summary quiz is appended. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Wild Jobs titles: Animal Wrangler, Camping Guide, Cave Explorer, Deep-Sea Fisher, Scuba Diver, and Wildland Firefighter.] (c) Copyright 2019. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. |