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4) Plumber
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Pipes carrying water run through the walls of our homes and beneath the streets we walk on. It is easy to see why plumbers are so important. Readers will find out what it is like to be a plumber. They will also learn which skills are required to make it in this career, as well as what sorts of obstacles and benefits they can expect on the job.
6) Electrician
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Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Electrician, including training and skills needed.
10) Carpenter
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Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Carpenter, including training and skills needed.
14) Movie Director
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Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a movie director. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the field of movie making.
15) Environmentalist
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Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming an environmentalist. Includes profiles of prominent environmentalists.
17) Chef
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Now matter what kind of food your favorite restaurant serves, it is sure to have chefs working behind the scenes. Readers will learn what it is like to work in a busy restaurant kitchen and how they can prepare for a career as a chef.
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Today, many general contractors specialize in environmentally-friendly construction methods. “Green†buildings use less energy and are often made with recycled materials. Readers will learn about the people who specialize in this type of construction and how they can prepare for a career in this cutting edge field.
19) Teacher
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Introduces readers to the cool career of teaching by giving a better understanding of this cool job.
20) Interpreter
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Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a interpreter. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the field.