On the job at school

Gr 2-5-Overall, this series is high on incorporating STEM skills but there is an engaging holistic element to it as well. Restaurant compares front-of-the-house (servers, managers) to back-of-the-house jobs (chefs, dishwashers) and highlights related tasks extending to business, marketing, and health. A kid-friendly approach in Farm speaks to those who care for the environment and animals, and traces the food ingredients of a pizza to their agricultural origin. Worker profiles (accompanied by a photo) and anecdotes add authenticity. In the "Supporting Roles" sidebar, associated jobs are described, for example, guards, nurses, and custodians in School. An ending "Extension" section offers activity ideas to spark further involvement (e.g., write a review of a local restaurant). VERDICT A large amount of career offshoots in each interest area targets students of all abilities. Recommended. © Copyright 2016. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.