Books with author Christine Honders

Families should know what to do if a fire breaks out, but first they should also know about fire prevention. Because cooking is the leading cause of fires in the U.S, kitchen fire safety is a priority. Families should be aware of other hazards like old electrical cords or lit candles, and every household should have a fire escape plan. This essential volume teaches readers that firefighters are experts on fire prevention and safety and are always ready to help. Colorful photographs help readers make connections to the text.

About 70 percent of all goods transported in the United States are transported by trucks. Truck drivers are responsible for transporting food and other products across the country to the people who need them. They work long hours and need to have special training to drive their huge trucks. Truck drivers keep businesses going and make sure we get the things we need. Instructive, colorful photographs of truck drivers on the job help readers make meaningful connections to the informative and fun narrative.

If you've ever tried to cut your own hair, you probably found out quickly that it's much more difficult than it looks. Barbers are professionals trained to cut and style hair. They've spent thousands of hours learning how to do their job. Readers learn that a good barber makes their clients comfortable while they do their work and tries to make sure everyone leaves happy. For some people, going to the barber is an opportunity to socialize with other customers while getting their hair cut. Everyone should leave the barber shop feeling good about themselves, as your readers certainly will.

A good education is important for a successful future, and it's up to teachers to provide kids with that education. Each year, from kindergarten to high school, teachers present new subjects to their students. Teachers work very hard to help students understand complex concepts and give them extra help when they need it, but this is difficult to do unless students are paying attention. This book explains to readers their responsibility to listen to their teachers so that they may do their best in school. Bright, engaging photographs help readers make connections to the text.

We use machines every day, but most of us don't understand how they work. When they break down, most of us have no idea how to fix them. Mechanics are the masters of machines. Readers learn that mechanics work on vehicles, including cars, boats, and buses. They use special tools to take them apart and fix what's wrong, and they use their experience and technology to diagnose problems. They often work long hours, sometimes in bad weather, to get us where we need to go. Your readers will see that mechanics keep our world moving and growing.

Do you know how to cut your own hair? Do you patch holes in the road you live by? Do you grow all the food you eat? Most likely, you answered no to these questions. That's why readers will learn that barbers, construction workers, and farmers are so important in our modern communities. We rely on these and other community helpers every day to help make our lives easier and more enjoyable. Manageable narratives are paired with colorful photographs of community helpers at work to make this set both attention-grabbing and informative. Features include: Presents specific career choices with the aid of photographs of real professionals hard at work. Covers essential topics appearing in early elementary curricula. Age-appropriate language and images make concepts accessible.