Book Resources
The following books are located in the Guidance Counselor's Office.
Young Person's Occupational Outlook Handbook
Indianapolis: JIST Works, Inc., 2001.
This book presents information on over 250 major jobs based on information from the U.S. Department of Labor.
150 Great Tech Prep Careers
Chicago: Ferguson Publishing Co., 2001.
This book contains information on occupations that require on-the-job training, an apprenticeship, a certificate, or an associate degree.
Great Jobs for...
Chicago: VGM Career Horizons, 1996-2002.
Set of 5 books (Chemistry Majors, Communications Majors, Business Majors, Math Majors, and Engineering Majors) that address discovering all your options, targeting your ideal career, and perfecting the job search.
Careers for...
Chicago: VGM Career Horizons, 2001.
Set of 3 books (Number Crunchers, Animal Lovers, Nature Lovers) that relate your skills and interests to various careers.
Cool Careers for Girls
Virginia: Impact Publications, 1999-2001.
Set of 3 books (In Air and Space, in Sports, in Engineering) that present information related to specific careers and addresses the role of women in the workforce.
(The library also owns Crime Solvers, Environmentalists, Computers, Construction, Cyber Security & National Safety, Food, Law, Performing Arts, Sports, Travel & Hospitality, and Animals - various call numbers.)
The following books are by Michael Farr and Laurence Shatkin, Ph.D. (JIST Works)
250 Best Jobs Through Apprenticeships (2005): Includes 250 job descriptions and 35 best jobs lists.
Best Jobs for the 21st Century (2006): Includes 500 job descriptions and 65 best jobs lists.
200 Best Jobs for College Graduates (2006): Includes 200 job descriptions and 60 best jobs lists.
50 Best Jobs for Your Personality (2005): Includes 300 job descriptions and 140 best jobs lists.
300 Best Jobs without a Four-Year Degree (2006): Includes 300 job descriptions and 60 best jobs lists.
Young Person's Occupational Outlook Handbook
Indianapolis: JIST Works, Inc., 2001.
This book presents information on over 250 major jobs based on information from the U.S. Department of Labor.
150 Great Tech Prep Careers
Chicago: Ferguson Publishing Co., 2001.
This book contains information on occupations that require on-the-job training, an apprenticeship, a certificate, or an associate degree.
Great Jobs for...
Chicago: VGM Career Horizons, 1996-2002.
Set of 5 books (Chemistry Majors, Communications Majors, Business Majors, Math Majors, and Engineering Majors) that address discovering all your options, targeting your ideal career, and perfecting the job search.
Careers for...
Chicago: VGM Career Horizons, 2001.
Set of 3 books (Number Crunchers, Animal Lovers, Nature Lovers) that relate your skills and interests to various careers.
Cool Careers for Girls
Virginia: Impact Publications, 1999-2001.
Set of 3 books (In Air and Space, in Sports, in Engineering) that present information related to specific careers and addresses the role of women in the workforce.
(The library also owns Crime Solvers, Environmentalists, Computers, Construction, Cyber Security & National Safety, Food, Law, Performing Arts, Sports, Travel & Hospitality, and Animals - various call numbers.)
The following books are by Michael Farr and Laurence Shatkin, Ph.D. (JIST Works)
250 Best Jobs Through Apprenticeships (2005): Includes 250 job descriptions and 35 best jobs lists.
Best Jobs for the 21st Century (2006): Includes 500 job descriptions and 65 best jobs lists.
200 Best Jobs for College Graduates (2006): Includes 200 job descriptions and 60 best jobs lists.
50 Best Jobs for Your Personality (2005): Includes 300 job descriptions and 140 best jobs lists.
300 Best Jobs without a Four-Year Degree (2006): Includes 300 job descriptions and 60 best jobs lists.