This book describes the work of astronauts, from the basic training at NASA's Johnson Space Center to the work of space missions.

This book describes search and rescue work performed by police officers, firefighters, forest rangers, and military personnel.

Apache pilots fly the most demanding helicopter in the world, The Apache is so complex to operate it is known as "Riding the Dragon." Only three percent of army helicopter pilots qualify to fly this incredible machine. In this book, we meet the men and women who take the Apache helicopter into battle.

"Engaging images accompany information about coal miners. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7."--Provided by publisher.

Fighter pilots are always ready for a dogfight. They know how to effectively maneuver in the air and shoot at enemy aircraft. They welcome danger because it means the chance to become a flying ace. See what combat looks like from the cockpit of a fighter plane.

"Engaging images accompany information about lumberjacks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about smoke jumpers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about animal control officers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about oil field workers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about animal trainers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--