Career Education

Most people arrive at their tidy desks at 8 a.m. each day, and others jump out of airplanes to rescue others or face violent seas to catch fish. Each title in this series will introduce a fierce job, the people who take it on, and what each day might entail.

Overcome your loss: Do you feel stuck grieving over a loved one? Do you feel like your life will never be the same now that they're gone? Here's the truth: You are stuck! Here's another truth: This can change! In fact, this change will make you stronger, guaranteed. If you're looking to get your life back under control and live happy once again, then you've come to the right place. Getting stuck in the grieving process is simply doing it wrong. Grief is a natural process to help you come to terms with your loss and overcome the pain.

Drinking alcohol is a great social activity and way of relaxing after a long day at work. Enjoying a glass of wine or a beer now and again is perfectly acceptable behavior for many, but when it starts to get out of control it can cause a lot of problems with health and relationships.

People in all stages of life can be adrift, overcommitted, distracted, or just plain stuck, which can keep them from reaching their full potential. Steve Cesari understands that developing clarity, then making proper adjustments, is the first step towards leading a happier and healthier life. In his new audiobook, Cesari draws on his own personal and professional experiences to help others realize their full potential, by empowering, encouraging, and developing a clear vision to achieve desired results.

In the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown, Brown tries to help us find courage to overcome paralyzing fear and self-consciousness, strengthening our connection to the world. She bolsters the self-esteem and personal development process through her characteristic heartfelt, honest storytelling. With original research and plenty of encouragement, she explores the psychology of releasing our definitions of an “imperfect” life and embracing living authentically.

Un guide pratique et accessible pour enfin organiser des réunions efficaces ! Dans le monde professionnel, tout travailleur est susceptible d'animer une réunion un jour ou l'autre. Mais comment faire pour qu'elle soit efficace et atteigne les objectifs préalablement définis ? S'il n'est pas aisé de gérer son temps et la prise de parole de chacun, vous trouverez ici tous les conseils nécessaires pour que votre prochaine réunion soit couronnée de succès.

Describes some of the different kinds of hats that people wear.

Describes some of the different kinds of coats that workers wear.

If I were a cowboy, I would ride a galloping horse. I would herd my cattle and make sure they stayed healthy. Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a cowboy!

An introduction to the important job of police officers. This book describes what a police officer is, how their police car works, and the heroic things they do to keep people safe. Give young citizens a glimpse into the lives of these valuable workers and how their careers make communities a better place to live.

This audiobook describes some of the things that teachers do to help people learn.

This audiobook describes some of the different kinds of tools that workers use.

An introduction to the important job of mail carriers. Learn about what a mail carrier does, how their mail truck works, and how the mail must get delivered no matter what the situation. Give young citizens a glimpse into the lives of these valuable workers and how their careers make communities a better place to live.

This audiobook describes some of the things that fire fighters do to help protect people and their homes.

If I were a firefighter, I would rush into burning buildings to rescue people. I would blast flames with water and foam. Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a firefighter!

If I were a veterinarian, I would help sick animals get well. I would give shots, bandage wings, and remove swallowed toys. I would care for all sorts of animals, maybe even tigers! Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a vet.

If I were the president, I would be Commander in Chief. I would help keep the country safe. I would also play tennis on my own court. Dream big, and see what fun it is to be the president.

How do the emergency services in different countries of the world rescue people? How do they travel and what equipment do they use? This book looks at rescues made at sea around the world, including the work of lifeguards on beaches and military coast guards.

Who is this book about? It's a mystery! A worker gives you clues about his work and the gadgets he uses to help people in his community. Can you use the clues to guess who it is?

Come along on a visit to the library, and learn about some of things a patron can do in the library such as performing research and using the computer, along with checking out books.