Hi-Lo Must Reads

Animator
If you’ve seen a movie made with computer graphics, played one of the latest video games, or even just watched cartoons on a Saturday morning, then you’ve seen what animators do. Learn all about how animators work to create the movies, games, and TV shows that you love. Hear from the animators thems...

Archaeologist
What do bone fragments, pieces of cracked pottery, and crystal skulls have in common? Archaeologists have found them all! Discover how archaeologists research where to dig, what to look for, and how to date and catalog the artifacts they find. Dig up the secrets of archaeology and learn the skills n...

Architect
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 decisions as they design plans for the buildings around us. Learn from real-life architects what it takes ...

Auto Technician
From the fastest racecars to the family car to construction equipment, every vehicle breaks down at some point. Most of us need auto technicians to fix these problems. They use the latest technology to keep us on the road. Get in the fast lane with real-life auto technicians for an inside look at th...

Camera Operator
Lights, camera, action! Go behind the scenes for an inside look at what it takes to be a camera operator. Camera operators help create movies, TV shows, music videos, commercials, and more. They stay on the move, from covering large sporting events to local weddings and community functions. Get the ...

Construction Worker
Working in construction means much more than strapping on a tool belt and a hard hat. Careers in the building trades use cutting-edge methods to make the world’s tallest skyscrapers, deepest tunnels, biggest stadiums, and most energy-efficient homes. In this exciting book, students follow the progre...

Cool Careers, The Complete Set
Get readers excited to explore some Cool Careers with this exciting complete series. From Adventure Careers, Helping Careers and On the Go Careers to Cutting Edge Careers, each high-interest title combines easy-to-follow text with action-packed, on-the-job photos to spark students’ interest in read...

Cool Careers: Adventure Careers
The first group of titles in an ongoing series introduces students to six amazing adventure careers. Geared for reluctant readers in upper elementary school and above, each high-interest title combines easy-to-follow text with engaging on-the-job photos to spark students' interest in reading and car...

Cool Careers: Cutting Edge Careers
Get readers excited to explore some Cool Careers with our Cutting-Edge Careers books. This high-interest series combines easy-to-read text with action-packed, on-the-job photos to spark student interest in career exploration.

Cool Careers: Helping Careers
Get readers excited to explore some Cool Careers with our Helping Careers books. From tracking the next hurricane to saving the life of a family’s beloved pet, each high-interest title combines easy-to-follow text with action-packed, on-the-job photos to spark students’ interest in reading and care...

Cool Careers: On the Go
Get readers excited to explore some Cool Careers with our On-the-Go Careers books. This high-interest series combines easy-to-read text with action-packed, on-the-job photos to spark student interest in career exploration.

Crime Scene Investigator
A crime has been committed and all that’s left behind is … a broken car door handle? Crime scene investigators are on the case. CSI workers are trained to solve crimes based on any trace of evidence they can find, from a broken car door handle to a single drop of blood. These are the professiona...

Deep-Sea Fishing
From sushi to salmon, families around the world will eat seafood for dinner tonight. But how does that seafood make it to your table in the first place? It’s thanks to the work of deep-sea fishing crews who face all kinds of challenges to get it there. Strong winds, sharp fins, and tall waves are...

Environmental Engineer
How can we keep our drinking water pure? What’s the best way to dispose of our waste? How can we limit pollution? Answering these questions is the job of environmental engineers. Using the latest technology and research, environmental engineers are changing our world. Learn about the many different ...

Fashion Buyer
Will the next big fashion style feature long skirts or minis? Double breasted suits or casual sports jackets? Fashion buyers help set those trends. They stay on the move searching for the latest styles and traveling to runway shows and designer showrooms. Learn about the exciting world of fashion bu...

FBI Agent
Sound the alarm — a bank has been robbed! Get help — people are being held hostage! Look out — a dangerous criminal is on the run. Today’s world demands highly trained FBI agents equipped with the skills to handle tough situations. Becoming an FBI agent means more than learning how to use firearms....

Flight Attendant
If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling the world and getting paid for it, a career as a flight attendant may be for you! Flight attendants help keep passengers comfortable, safe, and informed. Learn all about the training that flight attendants must have—and how much they must know about all aspects of...

Forest Firefighter
Most people wouldn’t dream of going anywhere near a forest fire, but for a small group of very courageous men and women, fighting forest fires is their job. Instead of running from the extreme heat and smoke of large forest fires, these trained professionals are prepared to walk right into them — o...

Journalist
How do journalists get their next big scoop? They get up and go after it! Find out how journalists research their stories and get them ready for publication. Discover what is means to be a good reporter and how to effectively interview a subject. Explore the different media jobs: TV and print journa...

Marine Biologist
Are you interested in ocean plants and animals? Have you ever wondered how pollution affects the underwater world? Do you enjoy being in the water? Do you like hands-on research and technology? Then you might have a future as a marine biologist! Swim along with real-life marine biologists and learn ...

Meteorologist
Have you ever wondered how forecasters predict weather? How do they know when to issue evacuation warnings? Or how can they tell how much snow or rain will fall? Meteorologists have an important job. The information they provide not only helps people prepare for their day, but can also help save li...

Mountain Rescuer
When people are trapped in the mountains, every moment brings them closer to danger. Each year, mountain rescuers locate lost hikers, rescue injured skiers, and help find avalanche victims. Besides being excellent rock climbers, mountain rescuers must have top-notch survival skills. They must be go...

Oil Rig Roughneck
Without oil rig roughnecks, we wouldn’t have gasoline to fuel our cars or fly our planes. Oil is an essential energy resource in today’s world. But getting oil from the earth is not an easy job. The roughnecks and others who work on oil rigs have to be strong and prepared for a hard, dirty — and ...

Sports Therapist
From school sports to Olympic competitions, sports therapists help all kinds of athletes get the most out of their bodies. Sports therapists use breakthroughs in diet, exercise, medical science, and massage to help athletes get stronger, play better, stay healthy, and recover from injuries. This boo...

Test Pilot
From Orville and Wilbur Wright’s first powered flight to the work of NASA, test pilots have braved new frontiers and soared into space. Risk and reward are all part of a day’s work. Test pilots must be in top physical condition, attend special schools, and participate in a difficult training proce...

Truck Driver
If you bought something at a store recently, chances are a truck driver delivered it. From small vehicles to big rigs, trucker drivers hit the highways to move furniture, transport cars, and keep America’s shelves stocked. But a job behind the wheel has its challenges. Truck drivers face traffic jam...

Veterinarian
Keeping animals healthy is no easy job. Unlike people, animals have different bodies. Besides dogs and cats, vets need to know how to treat diseases that affect all kinds of pets—from hamsters and ferrets to lizards and snakes! Some vets work in farming areas and care for larger animals, such as h...

Video Game Developer
Video games are one of today’s most popular forms of entertainment. Every day, video game developers draw more and more people into their virtual worlds. If you’ve got a creative mind and a knack for computers, video game developer might be the job for you. Hear from the pros themselves about what i...

Wildlife Photographer
How many times have you been amazed by a photograph of a cute baby seal in the Arctic or a jungle snake in Africa about to strike? But did you ever stop to wonder about the people who snapped the pictures? Wildlife photographers have exciting careers, but their jobs can be dangerous, too. From po...

Flat Track
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...

Hillclimb
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...

Motocross
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...

Motorcycle Racing: The Fast Track
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...

Superbike
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...

Supercross
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...

Supermoto
Few topics are as exciting — or popular — as motorcycle racing. Boys especially will find this series impossible to resist. Each title covers one of the six types of racing sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). Vivid, full-page, full-color photographs combine with action-filled ...