"A deadly gun hidden in lipstick, secret messages in invisible ink, a cat fitted with a listening device: which of these were used in undercover operations? Read on and find out! Undercover operations feature some amazing gadgets, but there is more to undercover work than high-tech gizmos. Going undercover is risky and dangerous. Around the world, the armed forces, secret services, police, and other organizations send men and women on hazardous undercover...

This book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in catering. Included are the history and cultural significance of catering; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a caterer; and career paths in catering. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice and apply what they've learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

"STEM Like A Girl teaches important STEM concepts while showcasing dozens of curious girls showing off their scientific prowess. Filled with photographs of the girls and the experiments they've done, this guide will empower girls with knowledge and confidence to become future problem solvers and leaders in the scientific world and beyond"--

"What do people do at NASA (and in outerspace)? Readers pick from eight different scenarios and experience "next best thing to being there yourself" opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent reaserch"--

"Special forces teams are trained to deal with unpredictable situations. Imagine being dropped from a helicopter in the dead of night above hostile enemy territory. Imagine being responsible for the safety of your team. If any one of you makes a mistake, your whole team might be captured by a deadly and ruthless enemy"--p. [4]. About the Defend and protect series: "Many men and women feel called to serve their country in the armed forces. They join...

"The job of a navy is to control and defend the seas around its country's shores, to keep the sea lanes open and safe for merchant ships, and to protect the country's interests overseas. The crew of a navy warship may be called upon to face danger in a hostile environment far from home. It takes courage, skill, and teamwork to do this job. It also requires professionalism and people who take pride in their work"--p. [4] of cover.

"A group of kids imagine all the duties and responsibilities of U.S. National Park Rangers"--