Trade Careers
Series of 6 titles
What do carpenters build? What skills do electricians and mechanics need to fix everyday objects? Each title in this series explores an important trade career, the education and apprenticeships required, the tools and equipment needed to get the job done, and a snapshot of what a day working in the trade looks like.
Vibrant, full-color photos and labels help illustrate the tools and work of each trade. Take a Look! infographics provide additional information and explain STEM concepts. Each title also includes sidebars, a glossary, a table of contents, an index, and an activity.
Reviews
SLJ Review of Trade Careers
This series highlights specialized skilled trades such as welding, plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, mechanics, and masonry, making these careers accessible to early elementary readers. With shorter chapters designed to build confidence, the series provides in-depth information while remaining approachable for younger audiences. Text and photographs alternate throughout the pages, while visual glossaries help readers identify and understand the tools of each trade. Each book includes a simple activity to allow readers to try out the work themselves—like a picture frame-making activity in the carpentry book. True to the publisher’s style, engaging illustrations, infographics, and “Did You Know?” sections are woven into each chapter, making the content both captivating and informative. Men and women are featured in various roles across all trades.
VERDICT: This series would be a valuable addition to public, middle, and high school library collections.