Career ideas for kids who like science

From excavating the burial grounds of ancient kings to creating robots in high-tech labs, the realm of science offers exciting career options for children drawn to exploring how our world functions, 'Career ideas for kids who like science, second edition' guides young readers through a variety of job possibilities.

Step-by-step self-assessment allows kids to identify their unique traits and then connect them to viable career options in science. Informative and updated job profiles cover all the basics and spotlight real scientists working in their respective research areas.

The career discovery activities have been expanded to include all the latest developments on careers in science, giving children an engaging and informative vehicle to learn more about themselves and their interests.

The career profiles include:

  • Archaeologist
  • Chemist
  • Food scientist
  • Nutritionist
  • Oceanographer
  • Robotics technician
  • Science educator
  • Veterinarian.

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Subject(s)Cross curricular
Author(s)Diane Lindsey Reeves, Lindsey Clasen
Age16-19
Published2007
Published by
Shelf referenceA 331 REE
ISN/ISBN9780816065493
Direct URLhttps://www.stem.org.uk/x8g29

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