February 1, 2010
K-Gr 2-These books will be a useful addition to community-helper units. The first title discusses some common aspects of airports and the different jobs people perform there. Workers include ticket agents, security workers, controllers, pilots, flight attendants, baggage handlers, mechanics, and custodians. The second volume explains the duties of librarians, clerks, shelvers, and custodians, and includes statements about library cards and borrowing books. "Post Office" introduces postmasters, mail carriers, clerks, custodians, and mechanics at the post office. In all three books, the writing is clear and concise and focuses on the jobs that help these facilities function. Unfortunately, the full-page, full-color stock photographs do little to enhance the texts. In "Library" two of the pictures could have been taken anywhere. These books cover no new ground, but they'll suffice where additional resources are needed."Stephanie Farnlacher, Trace Crossings Elementary School, Hoover, AL"
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