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Books in Animals at Work series

  • Animal Crime Fighters

    Alexis Burling

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Freeze! Put your paws up! These crime-fighting animals work side-by-side with their human partners to help stop crime. They help police sniff out illegal drugs, find people who are missing, follow criminals, and so much more. This fascinating book takes a peek at the jobs of some of the bravest, badge-wearing animals on the force. Through straightforward text and inspiring photographs, readers will learn about how these animals keep our communities safe each and every day.
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  • Service Animals

    Lisa Idzikowski

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Turn on the lights. Pick up the keys. Fetch the mail. Grab a drink from the fridge. What if chores like these could be done by specially trained animals? Like many people, service animals go to work every day. Readers will learn about the different types of service animals and the jobs they do. They'll meet animals who brighten the lives of their owners by helping with tasks their humans can't do themselves. They'll also find out about how these animals go to school to learn their jobs. Engaging text, amazing facts, and exciting photographs show off service animals, the hard-working heroes of the animal world.
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  • Dogs at Work

    Julia Barnes

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Dec. 15, 2005)
    Looks at the ways that dogs have been put to use to help humans, from military service and herding to detecting drugs and bombs, and serving as companion and assistance dogs.
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  • Horses at Work

    Julia Barnes

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Dec. 15, 2005)
    Traces the history of partnerships between horses and humans since domestication during ancient times, detailing the use of equines in agricultural labor, as wartime and police mounts, for entertainment, and in the world of competition.
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  • Animal Actors

    Alexis Burling

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Lights! Camera! Woof! Human actors are some of the most admired people in show biz, but what about animal actors? They're definitely the cat's meow. In this star-studded book, readers will learn about some of the most famous animals to walk the red carpet. They'll get a peek at the training process and what a typical day is like on the set. They'll also learn about where animal actors go when they retire. Easily accessible text and adorable photographs present an action-packed portrait of these cuddly celebrities at their finest.
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  • Animal Actors

    Alexis Burling

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "Lights! Camera! Woof! Human actors are some of the most admired people in show biz. But animal actors? They're definitely the cat's meow. In this star-studded book, readers will learn about some of the most famous animals to walk the red carpet. They'llget a peek at the training process and what a typical day is like on the set. They'll also learn about where animal actors go when they retire. Easily accessible text and adorable (and surprisingly fashionable!) photos present an action-packed portrait of these cuddly celebrities at their finest."--
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  • Animals in the Military

    Alexis Burling

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "Send in the (furry, feathered, or flippered) troops! For centuries, animals have held important positions in militaries across the globe. Some particularly frisky felines have been trained as spies. Pigeons deliver top-secret messages between troops during wartime. Dogs, rats, bumblebees, and dolphins are deployed to sniff out explosives. Without the help of these courageous critters, many a battle would have been lost. Through accessible text and action-packed photographs, readers will get an eagle-eyed view of how these animals have helped protect cities and countries worldwide."--Provided by publisher.
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  • Camels And Llamas at Work

    Julia Barnes

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Dec. 15, 2005)
    Describes the jobs camels and llamas do as domesticated animals, from guarding flocks of sheep to carrying goods and people.
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  • Elephants at Work

    Julia Barnes

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Dec. 15, 2005)
    Looks at the ways that elephants have been put to use to help humans, from service in Hannibal's army and roles in religious ceremonies to carrying loads and performing as entertainers.
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  • Helpers

    Claudia Martin

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2010)
    "Describes animals that help people who are blind or deaf, or who have physical handicaps"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Performers

    Robert Grayson

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2010)
    "Describes the role of animals in movies, sporting events, and various competitions"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Search-and-Rescue Animals

    Julie Murray

    Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "This title introduces readers to the brave and intelligent animals, like hound dogs, that use their amazing senses to track down and rescue people in need of help"--
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