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Books in Making a Difference series

  • Helping Animals

    Amanda Turner

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)
    "The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society and each title describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction"--
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  • Helping Those with Addictions

    Amanda Turner

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Whether you realize it or not, it's likely that a family you know has been affected by addiction. It's estimated that one out of every ten Americans struggles with drug or alcohol addiction. As the addiction crisis continues to grow, so does the need for caring, compassionate people who understand addiction and the recovery process. If you're a nonjudgmental person who wants to help others overcome their issues and live their best lives, a career in helping people with addiction may be a good fit for you. In this book, we'll discuss different types of addiction, how to get started helping people with addiction before you go to college, and the types of careers you can have in this field after you earn a degree. The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.
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  • 12 Stories about Helping in Education

    Patricia Hutchison

    Hardcover (12-Story Library, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Making a Difference series tells engaging, inspiring, and sometimes touching stories of people, organizations, and communities who are helping people, animals, and the planet. Each book profiles 12 stories about how people are making a difference in a respective area: animals, children, the community, after a disaster, education, immigrants and refugees, the planet, and seniors. Some work is on a national or global scale; other work is on a grassroots, local level. Readers will learn how others are trying to make the world a better place, and be inspired to do the same.
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  • 12 Stories about Helping Animals

    Patricia Hutchison

    Hardcover (12-Story Library, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Making a Difference series tells engaging, inspiring, and sometimes touching stories of people, organizations, and communities who are helping people, animals, and the planet. Each book profiles 12 stories about how people are making a difference in a respective area: animals, children, the community, after a disaster, education, immigrants and refugees, the planet, and seniors. Some work is on a national or global scale; other work is on a grassroots, local level. Readers will learn how others are trying to make the world a better place, and be inspired to do the same.
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  • I Can Make a Difference

    Julio Gil

    Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 15, 2012)
    Readers will be empowered to learn that they have the ability to make a real difference in the world, as they explore the many ways they can have a positive effect on themselves, on their family, or on their community. Each volume depicts real ways kids can increase their responsibilities to make a difference. Whether itΒ’s earning extra spending money, establishing good study habits, or improving the community, these books will give young readers tools they can use to make a difference in every aspect of their lives.
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  • I Can Make a Difference

    Victoria Parker

    Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    This series teaches readers all about volunteering, why it is important, and how they can get involved. Readers learn to stay safe as they help improve the world around them.
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  • Helping to Protect the Environment

    Amanda Turner

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)
    "The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society and each title describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction"--
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  • 12 Stories about Helping the Planet

    Samantha S Bell

    Hardcover (12-Story Library, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Making a Difference series tells engaging, inspiring, and sometimes touching stories of people, organizations, and communities who are helping people, animals, and the planet. Each book profiles 12 stories about how people are making a difference in a respective area: animals, children, the community, after a disaster, education, immigrants and refugees, the planet, and seniors. Some work is on a national or global scale; other work is on a grassroots, local level. Readers will learn how others are trying to make the world a better place, and be inspired to do the same.
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  • 12 Stories about Helping Immigrants and Refugees

    Samantha S Bell

    Paperback (12-Story Library, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Making a Difference series tells engaging, inspiring, and sometimes touching stories of people, organizations, and communities who are helping people, animals, and the planet. Each book profiles 12 stories about how people are making a difference in a respective area: animals, children, the community, after a disaster, education, immigrants and refugees, the planet, and seniors. Some work is on a national or global scale; other work is on a grassroots, local level. Readers will learn how others are trying to make the world a better place, and be inspired to do the same.
  • Helping Seniors

    Katharine Larocque

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Are you interested in a career that allows you to truly make a difference? If so, a career helping seniors might be the right fit for you. Those who specialize in the health and welfare of older people have great job satisfaction and fulfillment in their work. This book will walk you through different career options (and the necessary education) and describe how to get a head start by volunteering to help seniors, as well as potential salaries and the job outlook for those in senior welfare careers. If you're thinking about spending your life making a real difference to people's lives, you're in the right place! The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.
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  • Helping Those with Disabilities

    Amanda Turner

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Helping people with disabilities is one of the most rewarding career fields imaginable. From social work to mental health therapy, there are a variety of opportunities that allow you to give back to people who are differently abled than those around them. This book walks you through different types of disabilities, volunteer opportunities that will help you learn if this might be a good field for you, education and training required for different types of careers in this field, as well as salaries, job satisfaction, and the expectations for career growth in the next ten years. If you think that a job helping people with disabilities could be a good fit for you, you're in the right place! The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.
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  • Helping Those with Mental Illnesses

    Amanda Turner

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)
    "The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society and each title describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction"--
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