The Zoo Job

Author: Keith R.A. DeCandido
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101619368
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 172

Book Description
A new novel based on the hit TV series Leverage... The rich and powerful take what they want. We steal it back for you. THE ZOO JOB Marney Brillinger is in trouble. The zoo that has been in her family for generations is failing, and when she makes a deal with a Malanian priest to loan her two exotic black rhinos for a special exhibit, they never arrive. Now, she’s on the hook for hundreds of thousands of dollars to the priest, who was planning to use the money for sick children. Desperate, she turns to Nate Ford and his team for assistance. But finding two very large lost animals is no easy feat when the search involves duplicity—both international and close–to–home—and the unwelcome arrival of Nate’s nemesis, Interpol agent James Sterling. With Sterling around, if the team isn’t careful, they just might end up in cages of their own . . .

What Do You Do If You Work at the Zoo?

Author: Steve Jenkins
Publisher: Clarion Books
ISBN: 0544387597
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43

Book Description
From Caldecott Honor winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page comes an early introduction to one of young readers favorite places: the zoo! Just a few things that a zookeeper might do at their job to keep their animals healthy, well fed, and safe would be to brush a hippo's tusks, play soccer with a rhino, or pretend to be a vulture's mother.

Life at the Zoo

Author: Phillip T. Robinson
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231132492
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 315

Book Description
Based on 15 years of work at the world-famous San Diego Zoo, this charming book is an eminent zoo veterinarians personal account of the challenges, hazards, and rewards of running a modern zoo.

Life at the Zoo

Author: Michael George
Publisher: Union Square Kids
ISBN: 9781454930891
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Provides a behind-the-scenes look at zoo animals and describes how zookeepers care for, train, and interact with the animals who live there.--

Poo in the Zoo

Author: Steve Smallman
Publisher: Tiger Tales
ISBN: 168010361X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
Bob McGrew, the head keeper at the zoo, loves his job -- except when he has to clean up the poo! One day, the iguana leaves behind something that catches the attention of the entire town -- and a poo museum owner -- and ends up making Bob's messy job a lot easier!

A Day in the Life of a Zookeeper

Author: Nate LeBoutillier
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9780736826327
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
Explains what zookeepers do during a typical day.

The Con Job

Author: Matt Forbeck
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101618507
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 269

Book Description
The rich and powerful take what they want. We steal it back for you. When a disreputable dealer starts swindling aged and ailing comic-book creators out of their wealth—and their high-valued comics and artwork—the daughter of one victim comes to ex-insurance investigator Nathan Ford and his team of counter-crooks for help. Their scheme: run a con at the Comic-Con International, where the crook intends to sell the goods. But there’s more going on than simple theft. An arson plot is in motion that will not only destroy countless rare collectibles, but may end up costing lives. With time short, the team must take down a ruthless mark whose true motives have yet to be revealed…

I Like Animals ... What Jobs Are There? (That's a Job?)

Author: Steve Martin
Publisher: Ivy Kids
ISBN: 1782408975
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51

Book Description
Do you love animals and dream of working with them when you grow up? If the answer is yes, then this book is for you! In this entertaining and informative book, children who love animals can find out all about the future careers they can choose from. From being a zoo vet, a police dog handler, a marine biologist, a guide dog trainer, to a pet photographer and many more, this book will take you through a day in the life of 25 animal workers, showing you how each job unfolds on a typical working day. You'll learn what it takes to get the job, what duties and tasks are involved, and discover a world of opportunities. Turn the pages and find out the best part of a pet vet's day and what really bugs an entomologist... HINT: it involves insects flying up their nose! With a variety of careers covered, from jobs in science, the police, charity and many more, this book is sure to inspire children's ambitions and get them excited for their futures. Aimed at animal loving readers aged 7 and older the illustrated narrative approach tells the story of each career and helps introduce children to the world of work in a playful, engaging way. When they've finished reading, children will have gained an overview of each of the featured jobs and will have discovered that you can turn a passion, an interest or a hobby into a rewarding career. If readers want to know more about the opportunities ahead they can check out That's a Job? I Like Sport, or That's a Job? I Like being Outdoors and discover even more of the world's coolest jobs.

Meet the Crew at the Zoo

Author: Patricia Reilly Giff
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823448150
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115

Book Description
Solve mysteries at a city zoo with a diverse group of kids in this illustrated chapter book from a two-time Newbery Honor author. Lions and tigers for neighbors? That doesn't bother Luke at all. It's making new friends that scares him. Not only has Luke had to move from Florida to New York because of his dad's new job as a zoo doctor, but he's also had to leave behind his best friend--his abuelo. When Luke discovers that there are other kids also living on Zoo Lane and that one of them might be the owner of a mysterious zebra-printed box left outside his house, he wonders if just maybe he can make friends and solve a mystery in this wild new place. In this first book of the series, two-time Newbery Honor author Patricia Reilly Giff has crafted a charming story about conservation, animal care, friendship, and problem-solving. In touch with the programs and initiatives that today's zoos are undertaking, Giff provides readers with a fresh look at the work of zoologists. Charming line artwork by Abby Carter appears throughout and keeps the story upbeat.

Who Scoops Elephant Poo?

Author: Margie Markarian
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
ISBN: 1410938581
Category : Animal specialists
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
This book presents the variety of fascinating jobs found at a zoo, from zookeepers to animal handlers.