Unusual and Awesome Jobs in Sports: Pro Team Mascot, Pit Crew Member, and More

by Jeremy Johnson

Overview

Fascinating facts, figures, and pictures highlight informative text about some of the most interesting and extreme jobs in the field of sports. Young readers will learn what kind of training it takes to be a pro team mascot, how much money a NASCAR pit crew member makes, and what exactly a zamboni driver does!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515730996
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	12/21/2015
Series:	You Get Paid for THAT?
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	49 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

About the Author

Jeremy Johnson is a freelance writer living in Minneapolis. He received his MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and now works as a clerk for the Minnesota House of Representatives. He is a marathon runner and a fan of unique sports.

Table of Contents

Play at Work 4

Rodeo Clown/Bullfighter 6

Sports Official 10

Professional Pit Crew Member 14

Ice Technician 16

Golf Caddie 18

Mascot 20

Sports Scout 22

B.A.S.E. Jumper 24

Personal Trainer 26

Sports Commentator 28

Glossary 30

Internet Sites 31

Read More 31

Critical Thinking Using the Common Core 32

Index 32

Interviews

Help Wanted Ad features  provide a quick look at each job's details, such as salary and education needed; vivid photos that match text; engaging and informative text; hits unique angle with inclusion of high-interest and unusual jobs that will appeal to kids

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2015
Gr 6–8—This collection illustrates the diversity of jobs while shattering stereotypes about careers in math, science, and technology. The stylish, graffiti-style design and fun fonts imbue each page with a youthful feeling. Some of the professions discussed here, such as laughter therapist and professional sleeper, are more whimsical than practical, but they will intrigue students. Others (food taster) might sound insubstantial but require specialized education and skills and are well compensated. Common Core questions at the end of each text let readers integrate new knowledge. Sidebars call attention to noteworthy information, such as the necessary skills and education for each position, as well as expected salary and schedule. Photos are rich in color and compelling, with snappy captions ("Cave divers have found the bones of extinct lizards, sloths and elephants."). VERDICT Put this series on display—it won't stay there long.

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