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Writers are creative people who use their ideas and imagination to shape stories and films. Some writers create long fantasy novels, while others write articles in the newspaper. They also use their knowledge and research to inform people about a specific topic or finding. Readers will learn how writers do their jobs and how they decide what to write. They will also learn how writers make a difference through their creativity. Lively pictures and accessible text will inspire readers to practice their writing-and get lost in a book.

Scientists work in all different fields, but they have one thing in common: they ask lots of questions. Readers will learn about different kinds of scientists, from geologists to marine biologists. They'll learn how scientists ask questions, make guesses, test them, and share what they've learned. This book shows scientists working in the field and in the lab. Readers will learn how to become a scientist and how scientists make a difference. Photographs and accessible text are paired to give readers a comprehensive look at this exciting career.

Doctors care for people who are sick or hurt. They also keep people healthy through checkups. Some work in hospitals and others work in offices. This book introduces readers to what doctors do as part of their job. Readers will learn where doctors work, what they can do to help, and how they become doctors. Friendly photographs and accessible text allow readers to familiarize themselves with this essential community worker. Readers are sure to gain a deep understanding of who doctors are-and how they can be one someday.

Police officers work in communities all over the country. They keep people safe, enforce laws, and help in emergencies. This book introduces readers to a career as a police officer. They'll learn about how officers work at police stations and in patrol cars. They'll also learn about different kinds of emergencies that police officers respond to. Readers can familiarize themselves with police officers through accessible text and friendly photographs. Readers will discover what police officers do as part of their daily job, and find out how they can be police officers when they grow up.

Teachers are amazing community helpers who help children learn every day. Readers will learn about what kinds of teachers there are and how someone becomes a teacher. They'll learn how teachers use resources and technology to share information with their students. This book also shows how teachers tackle remote learning-a timely topic in teaching today. Friendly photographs of teachers and accessible text about this exciting career will keep kids interested. Readers will delight in learning about a rewarding career in teaching.

Firefighters are important community helpers, responsible for saving people from fire and other emergencies. This book introduces readers to a career as a firefighter. They'll learn about life at a firehouse, special clothing, and life-saving equipment. They'll also learn about the different kinds of emergencies that firefighters respond to. Age-appropriate photographs and text will allow readers to familiarize themselves with this essential community worker. Readers will learn about what firefighters do daily to save lives, and gain an understanding about how they can be future firefighters too.