Describes fashion buying and related careers in fashion marketing and retailing, including typical responsibilities, job qualifications, and day-to-day tasks.
Introduces the ancient Aztec Empire, describing its history, rulers, agriculture, religion, art, architecture, and everyday life, with instructions for making such Aztec items as a mask, headdress, an
Describes economic scarcity and explains how consumers make economic choices concerning the use and distribution of ecnomically scarce items, including capital and natural resources.
Looks at the history of BASE jumping and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this extreme sport.
Discusses ancient China's geography, religions, architecture, sports, education system, and other aspects, and features instructions for crafting such items as a compass, terracotta soldier, paper lan
Where ordinary people see walls and railings, some athletes see a challenge. Readers will discover who those athletes arefree runners. Using a mix of gymnastics and running, these daring few will guid
For a daring few, the tallest points on earth are a challenge to rise above. In this exciting book, readers will discover the breathtaking world of mountain climbing. Discover the stunning environment
Man has long tried to tame the wild of nature. At the rodeo, cowboys battle nature eight seconds at a time. Readers discover the history of the rodeo and its origins in the American West. Professional
Introduces the Roman Empire, describing its history, rulers, military, religion, art, architecture, and everyday life, with instructions for making such ancient Roman items as a helmet, mosaic, cymbal
Bicycles are a great way to get from place to place, but BMX riders are all about style. Readers will discover the high-flying world of BMX through exciting text. The history of the sport is on full d
Have you ever wondered how a building is designed? Who decides what shape it will take? Who decides what materials it will be made of? Architects are responsible for making these and many other decis
"This book invites the reader to jump into a selection of poems about choices written by people from different places and times. It gives the reader the keys needed to unlock poems. It equips the read
There are over a billion bicycles on the road worldwide, but only a select few push their bikes to the limit. Readers will explore the world of road cycling, and be provided with some of the most famo
Did you know that Lego makes more than 1,700 different bricks? Or that Silly Putty was the first toy to go to the Moon? Those are just some of the fascinating tidbits kids will discover in 10 Fascinat
Shares a behind-the-scenes look at how race car drivers and martial-arts experts make the real action happen in Hollywood and discusses what it takes to be a great stunt performer.
Looks at how young people can help their communities and outlines ways to take action, including speaking up, donating money, and volunteering their time.
This new guide is perfect for students just finishing up high school who enjoy working with vehicles or who have a talent for the technical. Some of these jobs only need on-the-job training, while ot
