This series profiles the work lives of people in helping professions, such as therapists, school counselors, social workers, occupational therapists, and yoga teachers. Readers are empowered to explore diverse vocational avenues within the realm of mental well-being and social-emotional learning (SEL). Every book spotlights a distinct occupation, shedding light on its multifaceted duties, prerequisites, and educational requirements.
Readers will gain insights into the ways these experts aid individuals in managing mental health challenges, intricate life situations, disabilities, and other scenarios across an array of environments, ranging from educational institutions and older adult care facilities to medical facilities and community centers, schools, correctional facilities, holistic wellness clinics, yoga centers, and more. This series makes the case for pursuing careers that require a balance of technical and soft skills that will appeal to a broad audience and readers of various levels in the middle elementary grades.
VERDICT: An ideal choice for school libraries and alternative learning settings.
