Books with author Carol Hand

Robotics is one of the most exciting career fields of the twenty-first century. This stimulating volume introduces readers to robotics makerspaces and describes how student makerspace experiences and robotics competitions can lead to a career in robotics. It captures the breadth of the robotics industry, describing recent robotics research in home control, medicine, industry, and the military and outlines the skills, education, and degrees required to work in robotics, and the process of finding a robotics job. Informative profiles of several makerspaces as well as day-in-the-life scenarios of roboticists in the space program and the service industry, among others, will keep readers engaged.

Many people want a meaningful health care career, without the time and expense of eight years of training. This straightforward volume explores the field of allied dentistry, which can launch a rewarding career in two years or less. For dental assistant, dental hygienist, and dental laboratory technician, readers examine typical duties, personal characteristics needed for success, tools and technology used, and average salary. Required education, the job application process, and strategies for on-the-job success are clearly presented. Sidebars cover topics such as new trends in braces, using ultrasonics in dental hygiene, and actions that help students succeed, including job shadowing and mentoring.

Hello!I am delighted to tell you about my childhood favorite place. I was inspired to write THE WATERMELON PATCH because of all the terrific times I had on my Grandfathers farm in Arkansas. It was a wonderful place to go and while away the hours. He raised hound dogs to sell and always had puppies around for my brothers and I to play with.The watermelon patch as he called it was a wonder with all the beautiful green leaves spread over 2 acres. I loved taking a walk with the old hound dog Sargent Pepper Heel. My Grandfather always said he was my dog. The watermelons were enjoyed by the family and many other neighbors. He also had horses and my favorite one was Prince (black as night and shiney). My Grandfather was a cowboy for sure with his cowboy hat and boots.He had a very old faded blue truck that bounced along the old dirt road. My Grandchildren loves to hear this story over and over again.

One of today's most controversial drugs, marijuana is seen by some as a useful medicine and by others as a dangerous drug that must remain outlawed. This title explores how marijuana affects the body, the laws and policies surrounding it, and the debate around its legalization. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

One of the most influential (and well-known scientific minds of the past century, Jane Goodall rose to fame through her lifelong study of chimpanzees in Tanzania. This captivating volume, delving into her life and work, focuses on the writing of this great scientist: her findings, books on her studies, and even the work she has written for children. Readers can engage in this interesting biography while learning about potential scientific career pursuits, as well as the basic beauty of nature.