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Bomb Squad Technicians in Action

by Jon WESTMARK
9781503816275. ea vol: 32p. (Dangerous Jobs in Action). ebook available. further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. The Child's World. Jan. 2017. lib. ed. $27.07.
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Gr 3–5—What better way to communicate the dangers inherent in a risky occupation than by sharing the stories of real men and women at work? Job details (conditions, equipment, safety concerns, etc.) are integrated into the narrative. Deep-Sea Fishermen, Smoke Jumpers, and Oil Rig Workers also stress the importance of learning about nature and unpredictable weather systems. Captioned photos on every page show the working environs, tools, and men and women in typical work-related clothing. "Think About It" sections pose open-ended questions for students to consider.
VERDICT This series on high-interest jobs is notable for its emphasis on safety, teamwork, and problem-solving. A solid addition sure to entice browsers.
Simultaneously exciting and sobering, these fast-paced, true-life profiles of people in dangerous careers each begin by summarizing the job, indicating the risks, and presenting basic stats. Chapters then relate the nail-biting stories of people caught in life-threatening situations while performing these jobs; some survive, some do not. Well-chosen color photos and closing discussion questions accompany each entry. There are four other spring 2017 books in this series. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewed by Vicki Reutter , Apr 01, 2017

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