O'Brien, Cynthia

"From enlisted sailor to officer, full-time or reserve, joining the navy is a simple process. The harder part is choosing a career from the dozens of different options. This helpful book describes how each career in the navy works and what skills are required so you can see whether you could be a navy diver, a mass communication specialist, a craft crewman--or even a musician!"--Provided by publisher.

Provides detailed descriptions of hundreds of world records in pop culture, sports, science, and other categories, each with a photograph.

"This . . . survival guide introduces readers to the challenging environment of the ocean. Useful tips tell you how to get drinkable water, what you can - and shouldn't - eat, and what animals to avoid. Real life stories demonstrate how humans can survive on their own on the ocean"--Provided by publisher.

"This fascinating and informative survival guide introduces readers to the challenging environment of a mountain. Useful tips tell you how to survive an avalanche, how to find drinkable water, what materials are available on a mountain for building shelter, and what animals to avoid. Real life stories demonstrate how humans can survive on their own on a mountain"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at some famous lost treasure troves and buried treasure.

Presents an introduction to the Canadian province of Ontario, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on its history, geography, and people.

Presents an introduction to the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on its history, geography, and people.

Describes the holidays and festivals celebrated throughout the year in Sri Lanka.

Looks at jobs in the fields of green and sustainable living.

"People in communities around the world live in homes suited to their environment and natural resources. From homes made of mud and straw to homes built on stilts."--Provided by publisher.