Books with author Don Ferguson

Mr. Day bought the white squirrels from a pet shop to entertain curious visitors at Fun Day Carnival. Although Mr. and Mrs. Squirrel seem happy enough and do their tricks well, Mr. Day worries about them. The white squirrels are special. He wonders where they came from and where they belong. Maybe the squirrels would be happier on a farm. Mr. Day has family in western North Carolina, so he sends the white squirrels to them. There?s still something missing, though, so Mr. and Mrs. Squirrel eventually escape and must make their way in the wild. They will need to learn from other squirrels to survive the winter. There might even be a surprise come spring!Real white squirrels can be seen in the wilds of Pisgah Forest in western North Carolina. They arrived in the 1950s and have been a fairly common sight ever since. Author P. I. Ferguson welcomes her wild visitors and loves when one of her many grandchildren gets a glimpse of this special and unusual animal that has found a home in the mountain forests.

Featuring 20 popular career profiles for students interested in the outdoors, Nature examines the various responsibilities for careers in this field in a full-color format.Careers profiled include:-Adventure travel specialists -Biologists -Botanists -Ecologists -Environmental engineers -Environmental technicians -Fish and game wardens -Foresters -Geologists -Land acquisition professionals -Land trust or preserve managers -Naturalists -Oceanographers -Park rangers -Range managers -Soil conservationists and technicians -Soil scientists -Tree experts -Wildlife photographers -Zoologists.

Each career article includes: - What they do--describes typical responsibilities, working conditions, and more- Education and training--explains how to prepare for a career and whether or not apprenticeships, internships, and degree or licensing requirements are necessary- Earnings--offers general information on average salary ranges and fringe benefits- Outlook--forecasts the future in terms of the expected rate of growth or decline of job openings and opportunities in the field- For More Info--a sidebar that lists pertinent organizations and contact information.Each career profile also contains one or more additional features that enhance the coverage of each career, including black-and-white photographs, sidebars and notes on interesting topics in the field, profiles of famous people in the field, words to learn, and more.

Natalie Ann, a sweet baby angel, is excitedly waiting her day to be released to earth. However, before she goes she is tasked with one more mission. Natalie Ann must collect as many gems as she can before leaving heaven. Along her joyful journey, she runs into a few helpful folks that aid her in completing her assignment. Each one of them offering Natalie Ann unique gems to add to her amazing collection. What unique gems will Natalie Ann discover on her quest to be ready for earth?

Meteorology is the science of the atmosphere and its phenomena. There are many kinds of meteorologists, including those who create forecasts that keep airplanes safe when flying; those who conduct research on global warming, acid rain, and pollution; and those who testify in legal proceedings about weather conditions at the time of a crime or car accident. Others work as storm spotters, college professors, and consultants to politicians and private organizations. This field is projected to grow through 2018, predicting a sunny future for those interested in a career in meteorology.Careers in Focus: Meteorology profiles 18 careers for anyone interested in this fascinating field.Job profiles include:-Broadcast meteorologists -Climatologists -Consulting meteorologists -Environmental meteorologists -Meteorological equipment technicians -Physical geographers -Public policy experts -Science writers and editors -Scientific photographers -Solar energy meteorologists.

Alex, an unemployed college student, has just taken a job at "the corporation" where employees ... are their greatest human resource. Thinking that her luck has changed and she had found the job of her dreams ... she meets Max. He rarely misses the chance to meet new blood. He is sophisticated, charismatic, alluring, fluent in the "dead" language of Latin ... and a Vampire! Will her new job "suck" or will Alex find love a first bite?

Providing up-to-date information in a user-friendly format, the new and full-color Health discusses careers in health care and medicine--from advanced practice nurses to psychiatrists.Careers profiled include:-Advanced practice nurses -Biomedical engineers -Biomedical equipment technicians -Chiropractors -Dental hygienists -Dentists -Dietitians and nutritionists -Emergency medical technicians -Fitness experts -Health care managers -Home health care aides -Medical record technicians -Medical secretaries -Medical technologists -Nurse assistants -Nurses -Orthotists and prosthetists -Physical therapists -Physicians -Psychiatrists.